Days to Germination: 7-14
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination:70F
Days To Harvest: 80 days
Planting Depth: 1 inch
Spacing, Row: 30-36 inches
Plant, Height: 4-6 feet
Plant, Spacing: 6-7 inches
Light: Full Sun
SOWING: Directly sow seeds outdoors after all danger of frost to a depth of 1 inch. Plant in blocks of at least 4 rows for proper pollination.
GERMINATION: 7-14, depending upon soil and weather conditions.
THINNNING AND TRANSPLANTING: When seeds are 3-4 inches, thin to 6-7 inches apart.
HARVEST: When kernels are full and ‘milky generally indicated by a drying and browning of the ear silks.
Suggestions: Plant away from wooded areas. Successive plantings can be made through early summer.
CORN
Golden Bantam 12
Zea mays
80 days. Open-pollinated (Seed may be saved after harvest for planting in subsequent years). Originally introduced in 1902. A sweet and delicious yellow corn. An improved strain with longer ears and tenderness. An early crop great for the home gardener as well as market growers. Ideal for freezing and fresh eating. Harvest in 80 days.