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This guide is for home gardeners looking to grow exceptionally sweet corn. The 'Early Xtra Sweet' F1 Hybrid offers a superior sugary flavor that lasts, providing a delicious harvest from August to September. A key consideration is that it should not be planted near ordinary sweetcorn varieties to maintain its unique sweetness.
| Model Part Number | 23593 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Thompson & Morgan |
Sow seeds mid-spring indoors. Plant out after all risk of frost has passed.
Germinate at 20-30°C (68-86°F) in a propagator or sealed container with consistently damp seed compost.
Plant seedlings 45cm (18in) apart in blocks to ensure effective pollination.
Planting near ordinary sweetcorn can lead to cross-pollination, which dilutes the unique, enhanced sweetness of the 'Early Xtra Sweet' F1 hybrid.
Harvesting typically occurs from August to September.
Plants can reach up to 200cm (approx. 6.5 feet) in height and 45cm (approx. 1.5 feet) in spread when fully established.
Each packet contains approximately 30 seeds.
Ensure consistent temperature between 20-30°C and that the compost remains consistently damp but not waterlogged.
Check for adequate sunlight, fertile soil, and proper spacing for pollination. Ensure consistent watering.
Improve soil fertility with compost or well-rotted manure. Ensure the plants receive ample sunlight.
Confirm that the plants were not grown near other standard sweetcorn varieties, as this can affect flavor.
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This variety is best grown in isolation from other sweetcorn types. It requires a sunny position and fertile soil.
