{"product_id":"corn-seeds-sweet-nirvana-f1-hybrid","title":"Corn Seeds - Sweet - Nirvana F1 Hybrid","description":"\u003cp\u003e74 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e. Nirvana F1 Hybrid Sweet Corn Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 Hybrid, augmented supersweet (sh2i), bicolor sweet corn. This crop is suitable for growing in fields, garden plots, and deep raised beds. Nirvana sets uniform, full-tipped 8-inch ears with 16-18 rows of crisp, juicy bicolor kernels and excellent sweetness that holds well after harvest. Strong early vigor and an easy snap make it a standout for fresh eating, grilling, and freezing. ~190 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/the-vegetable-growing-guide-from-true-leaf-market\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\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 Annual 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-14\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\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 Sweet - 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\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 72-84 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 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\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; pH 6.0 to 6.8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer 70-95 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-95 F\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 Protect ears from corn earworm and birds with timely harvest and good husk coverage. Rotate plantings and keep weeds down to reduce disease pressure, and avoid stressing plants during tasseling and silking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNirvana F1 Hybrid Corn Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow and white kernels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNirvana F1 Hybrid Corn Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supersweet (sh2i), crisp, and tender with excellent texture for fresh eating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canning or Freezing - This variety may be stored by canning \nor freezing for use throughout the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Harvest Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Nirvana F1 Hybrid Sweet Corn in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow only after the last frost when the soil is reliably warm, planting seeds 1 inch deep. Sow in blocks of at least 2-4 rows rather than single rows for pollination. Thin seedlings to 10-15 inches apart with 24-36 inches between rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNirvana supersweet corn performs best with steady moisture and balanced fertility through tasseling and ear fill. To protect sweetness and kernel quality, isolate from other corn types by distance or by planting at different times so they do not shed pollen at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting of Nirvana F1 Hybrid Sweet Corn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when silks are brown and dry, and kernels release a milky juice when pierced. Pick early in the day for best sweetness and cool quickly after harvest to preserve flavor and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nirvana F1 Hybrid Sweet Corn Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNirvana is an augmented supersweet (sh2i) hybrid bred for excellent emergence, strong eating quality, and attractive bicolor ear appearance. Uniform ears are about 8 inches long with full tip fill, good kernel contrast, and 16-18 rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it fresh on the cob, slice kernels for salads and salsas, or blanch and freeze for peak flavor later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant sweet corn in a block and keep it evenly watered when tassels appear. Consistent moisture during silking helps fill ears to the tip and improves kernel plumpness and tenderness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/jerry-sawyer-compressed.jpg?v=1653940293\" alt=\"Jerry Sawyer\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNirvana F1 Hybrid Sweet Corn Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \n  \u003cli\u003e5,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e25,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mountain Valley Hybrid Seeds","offers":[{"title":"5000 Seeds","offer_id":49758614847725,"sku":"83566","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25000 Seeds","offer_id":49758614880493,"sku":"83567","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6048\/0493\/files\/1774542236_corn_sh2i_nirvana_f1_hybrid_comp_f9e31679-e562-4931-bb9f-9bec816d58a9.jpg?v=1775533590","url":"https:\/\/tlmwholesale.com\/products\/corn-seeds-sweet-nirvana-f1-hybrid","provider":"True Leaf Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}