{"product_id":"corn-super-sweet-max-f1","title":"CORN-SUPER SWEET MAX F1","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Super Sweet Max F1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eChoose a warm, sunny position with at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day because it needs full sun to grow.  \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCorn is frost tender and should only be planted once the weather has warmed and all risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePrepare rich, fertile soil as s\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eweet corn is a hungry crop, so prepare the soil with compost, aged manure or a balanced organic fertiliser before sowing.  It grows best in deep, free-draining soil with a pH of around 5.8 - 7.0.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSuper sweet corn needs warmer soil than ordinary corn. Sow when soil temperature is at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e18°C (65°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, with best germination around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e21 - 30°C (70 - 86°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. Cold soil can cause poor germination or rotting seed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eSow seed directly where it is to grow as it does not like root disturbance. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Sow seeds \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 - 3 cm deep (¾ - 1¼ inches)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e into moist soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCorn is wind-pollinated, so planting in blocks gives much better cob formation. Instead of one long row, plant several shorter rows together. This helps pollen fall onto the silks and produces fuller cobs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSpace plants about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e20 - 30 cm apart (8 - 12 inches)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, with rows \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e60 - 90 cm apart (24 - 36 inches)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. Good spacing helps plants grow strongly while still keeping them close enough for pollination.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eKeep super sweet corn away from other corn varieties.  \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSuper sweet corn can lose eating quality if cross-pollinated with ordinary corn, popcorn or other corn types. Where possible, grow it well away from other corn varieties, or stagger planting times so they do not tassel and flower at the same time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eWater regularly and deeply to k\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eeep soil consistently moist, especially during tasselling, silking and cob development.  Avoid letting plants dry out at flowering time, as this can lead to patchy or poorly filled cobs.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eMulch around the plants o\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ence seedlings are growing well, apply mulch around the base of the plants to help hold soil moisture, reduce weeds and keep the root zone cooler during hot weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eFeed during active growth as c\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eorn needs plenty of nutrients, especially nitrogen.  Apply a side dressing of compost, aged manure, blood and bone, or a suitable vegetable fertiliser when plants are about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e30 - 40 cm tall (12 - 16 inches)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, then feed again as tassels begin to form.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eHelp pollination if needed w\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehen tassels appear at the top of the plants and silks appear on the young cobs, gently shake the plants in the morning to help pollen fall onto the silks. This is especially useful in small garden plantings.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCheck plants for caterpillars, aphids, earwigs and damage to developing cobs. Strong, well-watered plants are usually more resilient, but young plants may need protection from birds, rodents or cutworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eHarvest at the right stage when \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ethe silks have turned brown and dry, and the kernels are plump and release a milky juice when pressed. Super sweet corn is best picked just before eating for maximum sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs an F1 variety, seed saved from Super Sweet Max may germinate, but it will not reliably grow true to type. For consistent results, fresh seed should be purchased each season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional growing tips for \u003cstrong\u003eSuper Sweet Max F1\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo not rely on saved seed:  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs an F1 variety, seed saved from Super Sweet Max may germinate, but it will not reliably grow true to type. For consistent results, fresh seed should be purchased each season.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo not soak super sweet corn seed before sowing:  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSuper sweet corn seed is often more wrinkled and delicate than standard corn seed, and soaking can sometimes make it more likely to rot before germinating.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSow a few extra seeds:  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eF1 Super sweet corn can sometimes have slightly more fussy germination than ordinary corn, especially if conditions are not warm and steady. Extra seed gives you backup plants to thin out later.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUse raised rows or small mounds in heavy soil: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e If your soil holds water, sowing on a slightly raised row helps keep the seed warmer and better drained, reducing the chance of rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarm the soil before sowing: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn cooler areas, cover the soil with black plastic, cardboard, cloches or clear covers for a week or two before planting. This helps bring the soil closer to the ideal \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e21 - 30°C (70 - 86°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e range.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid very fresh manure close to planting: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Corn is hungry, but very fresh manure can be too strong and may encourage leafy growth at the expense of good cob development. Aged manure or compost is safer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo not disturb the shallow roots: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Corn has shallow feeder roots near the surface, so avoid deep hoeing around the plants. Hand weed carefully or mulch once plants are established.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant in a square or rectangle, not a narrow strip: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Even a small block of 4 rows by 4 rows will usually pollinate better than a long, thin planting. This helps produce fuller cobs with fewer missing kernels.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCheck every silk matters: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Each silk connects to one potential kernel. If silks dry out, are damaged, or are not pollinated, the cob may have gaps. Keeping plants evenly watered while silks are fresh is especially important.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid overhead watering during peak pollen shed: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Heavy overhead watering can wash pollen away. Water at soil level where possible, especially while tassels are dropping pollen and silks are fresh.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUse wind protection, but not total shelter: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Corn needs wind for pollination, but strong winds can flatten plants. A semi-sheltered spot is ideal -  protected from damaging gusts but still open enough for pollen movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHill soil around the base of plants: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOnce plants are about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e30 - 40 cm tall (12 - 16 inches)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, gently draw soil up around the base. This can help support the stems and reduce lodging in wind.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWatch for nitrogen hunger by leaf colour: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Pale green or yellowing lower leaves can indicate the plant is running short of nitrogen. Corn often needs extra feeding before it begins forming cobs.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGive potassium as cobs begin forming: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Too much nitrogen late in growth can push leaves, but potassium helps support cob fill and kernel quality. A balanced vegetable fertiliser or compost tea can help.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProtect very young seedlings from birds:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Birds can pull up newly germinated corn seedlings while looking for the seed underneath. Netting or temporary covers can help until the plants are established.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHarvest in the cool of the morning:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Super sweet corn holds sweetness better than ordinary corn, but flavour is still best when picked early in the day and eaten or chilled quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage of  \u003cstrong\u003eSuper Sweet Max F1\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nSuper Sweet Max F1 (\u003cem data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"178\"\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e) is a modern hybrid supersweet corn variety rather than an heirloom or traditional open-pollinated corn. Corn itself has ancient origins in Central America, where it was developed from wild teosinte thousands of years ago, but supersweet corn varieties are much more recent breeding developments. Super Sweet Max F1 belongs to the modern supersweet group, bred for tender yellow kernels, high sugar levels, good cob quality and improved sweetness after harvest. As an F1 hybrid, it has been selected for reliable performance and eating quality, but seed saved from the plants will not reliably grow true to type.\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"scrollable-wrapper\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/abseeds.com.au\/\"\u003eSHOP ABSeeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/abseeds.com.au\/category-colour-guide\/\"\u003eCategory Colour Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/abseeds.com.au\/planting_guide_for_australia\/\"\u003ePlanting Guide for Australia\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003ca title=\"Climate Search Tool\" href=\"https:\/\/abseeds.com.au\/filter-by-climate\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Search Tool\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Direct Compost Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55020603048308,"sku":"CNSSM-F1-S","price":4.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/7171\/7748\/files\/CORN_SUPER_-SWEET_MAX_ZEA_MAYS.webp?v=1785570882","url":"https:\/\/directcompostsolutions.com\/products\/corn-super-sweet-max-f1","provider":"DIRECT COMPOST SOLUTIONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}