Corn

Zea mays

Nothing compares to fresh-picked sweet corn. Plant in blocks for proper wind pollination.

Quick Facts

Sun:☀️ Full Sun

Water:💧💧💧 High

USDA Zones:Zones 3–11

Space:🏡 Large Garden

Soil:Loam, Silty, Sandy

Best Season(s):Spring, Summer

Experience Level:🌱 Beginner

Native Range:Mesoamerica

Bloom Color:Tassels (male) and silks (female) — grown for the grain, not ornamental bloom

Bloom Cycle:Midsummer

Days to Harvest:60–100 days

Harvest Pattern:Single harvest per planting

Plant in blocks of at least 4 rows for pollination. Side-dress with nitrogen when knee-high.

Kernels are fine in small amounts, but the cob itself is a serious choking/obstruction hazard for dogs — never let a dog eat a whole cob.

Informational only — always check with a veterinarian if you suspect your pet has eaten something it shouldn't have.

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