{"product_id":"corn-jolly-roger-sweet","title":"CORN-JOLLY ROGER-SWEET","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Jolly Roger Sweet Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJolly Roger sweet corn requires well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. Before planting, work compost or well-rotted manure into the soil to improve its fertility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSow Jolly Roger sweet corn seeds directly into the soil after the danger of frost has passed. Plant the seeds about 2.5 cm (1 inch) deep and 10 cm (4 inches) apart. Space rows 75-90 cm (30-36 inches) apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJolly Roger sweet corn requires consistent moisture to produce good yields. Water the plants deeply once a week, or more often if the weather is hot and dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFertilize Jolly Roger sweet corn with a balanced fertiliser at planting time and again when the plants are about knee-high. Use about 227 g (1\/2 lb) of fertiliser per 10 square metres (100 square feet) of growing area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMulch around the base of Jolly Roger sweet corn plants with straw, leaves, or grass clippings. This will help to retain moisture in the soil and suppress weeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMonitor your Jolly Roger sweet corn plants regularly for signs of pests and diseases. Common pests include corn earworms and aphids, while common diseases include rust and smut. Treat pests and diseases promptly with organic or chemical controls to prevent damage to your crop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJolly Roger sweet corn is ready for harvest when the silks turn brown and the kernels are plump and milky. Harvest by pulling the ears downward and twisting them off the stalk. Eat the corn as soon as possible after harvesting for the best flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage of Jolly Roger Sweet Corn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCorn is believed to have been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ederived from the Balsas teosinte (Zea mays parviglumis) , a wild grass, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003edomesticated by indigenous peoples in what is now Mexico over 7,000 years ago. From there, it spread throughout the Americas and became an important staple crop for many indigenous cultures.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn the 15th and 16th centuries, corn was introduced to Europe by explorers and traders, and it quickly became a popular crop throughout the continent. Over time, many different varieties of corn were developed, each with its own unique characteristics and uses.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eToday, corn is grown in many different parts of the world and is used for a wide range of purposes, from human and animal food to biofuels and industrial products. The heritage of Zea mays is a testament to the importance of corn in human history and its continued significance in modern agriculture and culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/abseeds.com.au\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHOP Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Direct Compost Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55020598198644,"sku":"CNJR-S","price":3.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/7171\/7748\/files\/CORN_JOLLY_ROGER_SWEET.jpg?v=1785570818","url":"https:\/\/directcompostsolutions.com\/products\/corn-jolly-roger-sweet","provider":"DIRECT COMPOST SOLUTIONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}