SS2742 – Corn Seed
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Description
The SS2742 Corn Seed is a high-quality hybrid corn variety designed to provide exceptional yields, superior kernel quality, and strong disease resistance. This variety is perfect for growers seeking robust, high-performing corn that matures quickly and is ideal for both fresh consumption and processing. With its fast growth, uniform kernels, and excellent resistance to common corn diseases, SS2742 is an excellent choice for both home gardeners and commercial producers.
Product Features
- High Yield Potential: SS2742 produces multiple ears per plant with consistent ear size, offering an abundant and reliable harvest.
- Disease Resistance: Known for its resistance to key diseases, SS2742 corn ensures a healthier, more vigorous plant, reducing the risk of crop loss.
- Uniform and Quality Kernels: The hybrid produces plump, tender, and uniformly sized kernels, ideal for fresh consumption, freezing, canning, or market sales.
- Fast Maturation: With a relatively short maturity period, SS2742 offers an early harvest, allowing growers to maximize their growing season.
- Versatile Uses: This corn variety is suitable for a range of uses, from fresh eating to canning, and is a popular choice for both home kitchens and commercial food markets.
Specifications
- Plant Type: Annual, hybrid corn
- Ear Size: 7–8 inches (18–20 cm)
- Kernels: Yellow, sweet, plump, and tender
- Maturity Period: 75–85 days from planting
- Plant Height: 6–7 feet (1.8–2.1 meters)
- Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0
- Watering Needs: Regular, moderate watering, particularly during flowering and kernel formation stages
Growing Tips
- Planting: Sow seeds directly after the last frost date when soil temperatures are above 60°F (16°C). Space seeds 8–12 inches (20–30 cm) apart, with rows spaced 30–36 inches (75–90 cm) apart to allow for proper airflow.
- Watering: Maintain consistent moisture levels throughout the growing season, especially during flowering and ear formation. Water deeply to support strong root growth and kernel development.
- Fertilization: Use a nitrogen-rich fertilizer during early growth stages for healthy foliage. Switch to a phosphorus-rich fertilizer when the ears start to form to ensure optimal kernel development.
- Thinning: Thin seedlings to ensure adequate space between plants for proper growth and to reduce the risk of disease.
- Harvesting: Harvest when the kernels are fully mature, plump, and tender. For best taste and texture, pick the ears while still in the "milk stage" for fresh consumption or wait for full maturity if preserving the corn.
SS2742 – Corn Seed delivers a combination of reliable yields, high-quality kernels, and disease resistance, making it an excellent choice for growers seeking a dependable corn variety for fresh eating or processing. Whether you are cultivating corn for your garden or for a larger commercial operation, SS2742 will provide a consistently healthy and abundant crop.
