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Sweet Corn 'Balinese'

Zea mays 'Balinese' · Poaceae

A vigorous, heat-loving heirloom corn well suited to warm and humid climates, with sweet, full cobs. Sow in a block for reliable wind pollination.

At a glance

Habit: Herb & Vegetable
Light: Full Sun
Water: Moderate Water
Soil: Well-Drained, Loam
Climate: Subtropical, Tropical, Warm Temperate
Frost: Frost-Tender
Mature size: 2.2 m H
Growth rate: Fast-Growing
Maintenance: Moderate Maintenance

Good for

Edible / Productive
Pet-Safe / Non-Toxic

Sowing from seed

Difficulty: beginner
Sowing depth: 25 mm
Method: Direct sow where it is to grow
Germination: 7-14 days
Days to harvest: 80-95 days
Best sown in: spring, summer
Seed storage life: 2 years