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Ashworth
Corn
CornZea mays 'Ashworth'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 60 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 8" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A remarkable cold-tolerant heirloom sweet corn specifically bred for northern gardens and short growing seasons. This hardy variety can germinate in cooler soils and tolerate light frosts, making it possible to grow sweet corn in challenging climates where other varieties fail. The compact plants produce flavorful ears with excellent eating quality despite the shorter season requirements.
Planting
Can be direct seeded in cooler soil (55°F) earlier than most varieties. Excellent for succession planting.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 7-12.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Seed corn maggot, cutworms, corn flea beetle. Common diseases: Seedling blights, bacterial leaf streak.