SWEET CORN - Jolly Roger

OP Open Pollinated

HL Heirloom

(50 seeds)

$4.50

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A home-grown Australian heirloom

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Although corn originated in Mexico, Australians weren’t slow to breed a variety that was (and still is) just perfect for local conditions. Jolly Roger produces Read More

Although corn originated in Mexico, Australians weren’t slow to breed a variety that was (and still is) just perfect for local conditions. Jolly Roger produces firm, mid-sized ears that are just bursting with sweetness. Even one day of storage will reduce the sugars, so don’t be slow to eat and enjoy after picking. Give your grocer the go-by and enjoy your own organic veg.

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Quantity

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Days to Harvest

60-100 days

Position/Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Medium

Plant Spacing

20-30cm

Plant Height

120-150cm

Additional Features

Direct-Sow Seeds, Easy Care Plants, Edible, Heirloom

Product Details

Common Name: SWEET CORN - Jolly Roger

Seeds Per Packet: Approx 50

Days to Harvest: 60-100 days

Watering: Medium

Plant Spacing: 20-30cm

Row Spacing: 50cm

Companion Plants: Cucurbits, Legumes, Tomatoes

Additional Features: Direct-Sow Seeds, Easy Care Plants, Edible, Heirloom

Scientific Name: Zea mays

Germination Time: 7-14 days

Position/Sunlight: Full Sun

Plant Height: 120-150cm

Sow Depth: 15mm

Best Months to Plant – Corn
Climate Zone	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Cool/Mountain	✓									✓	✓	✓
Temperate	✓									✓	✓	✓
Arid	✓								✓	✓	✓	✓
Subtropical	✓	✓						✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Tropical	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

Cool/Mountain – Corn
Method	Jan	Oct	Nov	Dec
Start in trays
Plant out transplants
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓

Temperate – Corn
Method	Jan	Oct	Nov	Dec
Start in trays
Plant out transplants
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓

Arid – Corn
Method	Jan	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Start in trays
Plant out transplants
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

Subtropical – Corn
Method	Jan	Feb	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Start in trays
Plant out transplants
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

Tropical – Corn
Method	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Start in trays
Plant out transplants
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

Growing Information

How to Sow

Although you can skip this step, your seeds will come up much faster if you soak them overnight before sowing. Plant them directly in the place they’re to grow, spacing them 20 cm apart.

How to Harvest

When the silks have turned brown and wilted, it’s time to start picking, but don’t pick more than you will eat on the day. That way, you get the sweetest flavour. Cut your cobs or pull down, twist, and then pull towards you.

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How to Sow

Although you can skip this step, your seeds will come up much faster if you soak them overnight before sowing. Plant them directly in the place they’re to grow, spacing them 20 cm apart.

How to Harvest

When the silks have turned brown and wilted, it’s time to start picking, but don’t pick more than you will eat on the day. That way, you get the sweetest flavour. Cut your cobs or pull down, twist, and then pull towards you.

🌱

Want the full growing guide?

See sowing times, planting tips, watering, harvesting and common problems for this crop.

View full grow guide →