{"product_id":"corn-seeds-inspiration-hybrid-kz","title":"Corn Seed Packet - Inspiration Hybrid","description":"\u003cp\u003e70-80 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e. Inspiration Hybrid Corn Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, (sh2) sweet corn. Suitable for growing in garden plots or raised beds. Corn tolerates heat and drought-prone regions. Resistant to Common Rust, Maize Dwarf Mosaic Virus, Northern Corn Leaf Blight, and Stewart's Wilt. Inspiration Hybrid (F1) is a modern 'Supersweet variety developed to offer excellent flavor and ease of growth. It's known for its vigorous growth and good disease resistance. Inspiration Hybrid ears of corn typically grow to about 8 inches long, packed with tender, sweet kernels arranged in 16-18 straight rows. ~182 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Annual: Not Intended to Overwinter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-95 °F (16-35 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-2 inches, 3-4 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorn Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supersweet Sweet Corn is the most popular corn for eating as corn on the cob or corn niblets. It has a high sugar content and is best enjoyed when picked a little early, before the sugars turn to starch. This is your classic barbecue and picnic summer corn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin to 10-15 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76-84 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early - Ready for harvest around 70 to 80 days from direct sowing to harvesting ripe ears of corn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference: \u003c\/strong\u003ePrefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 5.8 and 6.8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resistant to common rust, maize dwarf mosaic virus, northern corn leaf blight, and Stewart’s wilt. Watch out for common corn pests like corn borers and rootworms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInspiration Hybrid Corn Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bicolor (Yellow and White)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInspiration Hybrid Corn Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shrunken (sh2) - Also known as \u003cspan\u003e\"shrunken-2\" or supersweet corn,\u003c\/span\u003e produces sweet corn that is also crisp and juicy. The slowest conversion of sugars to starch of any sweet corn; keeps for well over a week after picking. This corn needs to be isolated from other corn varieties, as it is very susceptible to cross-pollination that can affect its desirable qualities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canning or Freezing - This variety may be stored by canning or freezing to be used throughout the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Harvest Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Inspiration Hybrid Corn in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant your seeds after the last frost when the soil has warmed to at least 60 F. Corn does not tolerate frost and warm soil is crucial for proper germination. The optimal germination temperature is 86 F. Plant the seeds 1-1.5 inches deep, about 3-4 inches apart in rows spaced 24-36 inches. This spacing allows for easy access and good airflow. Once the seedlings are 3 to 4 inches tall, thin them out to 10-15 inches apart to ensure that only the strongest plants remain and are spaced adequately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting corn in blocks of at least three to four rows rather than a single long row is essential. This block planting ensures better pollination because corn is wind-pollinated. A close proximity increases the chances of pollen from the tassels reaching each silk and fertilizing the kernels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorn needs a lot of moisture to grow, especially during the silk and tassel development period. Ensure about an inch of water per week, more if the weather is particularly hot or dry. Corn is a heavy feeder, particularly of nitrogen. Side-dress the plants with a high-nitrogen fertilizer when they are about knee-high and again when they start producing tassels. Keep the area around the corn free from weeds, which compete for nutrients and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the \"Three Sisters\" method, planting beans and squash with corn can benefit the growth of all three plants. Beans fix nitrogen in the soil beneficial for corn, while squash acts as a living mulch, suppressing weeds and keeping the soil moist. Other good companion plant options include cucumbers and peas. Avoid planting tomatoes and corn together as they can attract pests that are harmful to each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Inspiration Hybrid Corn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can tell it's ready to harvest when the silks at the end of the ear turn dark and dry out, and the kernels are plump and milky. This typically happens about 20 days after the first silks appear. To check, gently peel back part of the husk and press a kernel with your fingernail. If the liquid that comes out is milky, it’s ready; if it’s clear, the corn needs more time. To harvest, grip the ear and twist it downward while pulling it away from the stalk. It should snap off cleanly at the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Inspiration Hybrid Corn Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a sweet variety, Inspiration F1 corn contains more sugar than traditional field corn varieties. The sugar in sweet corn starts converting to starch as soon as it is harvested, so for the sweetest taste, it’s best to cook it as soon as possible after picking. Although, this variety is known for its great quality over the first week after harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the primary reasons for breeding this variety was to enhance its sweetness and improve the texture of the kernels, making them tender and ideal for fresh consumption right off the cob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high yield and uniformity in ear size that Inspiration Corn provides are crucial for commercial success and ease of harvesting. This variety is recommended for fresh market suppliers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspiration F1 is widely loved for southern farm stands. The beautiful cobs sell remarkably well and retain their sweetness long enough for the customer to purchase and process the food and still be wildly satisfied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/blogs\/articles\/joscelyn-jay-wagner-2022-scholarship-winner-the-diversity-of-corn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJay Wagner - 2022 Scholarship Winner - The Diversity Of Corn \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInspiration Hybrid Corn Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 g packet - Wholesale - Approximately 51 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Inspiration F1 Hybrid Corn seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitazawa Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"8g Packet","offer_id":50290369495277,"sku":"82118","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6048\/0493\/files\/TLCN-82111-Sweet_Corn_-_Inspiration_Hybrid_5b63c458-eb52-472e-94d5-d53066c0b633.webp?v=1784159107","url":"https:\/\/tlmwholesale.com\/products\/corn-seeds-inspiration-hybrid-kz","provider":"True Leaf Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}