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Sweetcorn Seeds - Spring Treat F1 |
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Sweetcorn 'Spring Treat' F1 is a new sugar enhanced variety that is a short but vigourous and produces early, medium sized sweet cobs. (Sowing to harvest is on average 67 days, 2 weeks or more earlier than most others).
The cobs have 12-14 rows of large kernels. Sugar enhanced types are sweeter than normal sugar types and the kernels are more tender.
Approx 40 seeds per pack.
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Good drainage and enough organic matter to ensure ground does not dry out too quickly. A sunny spot sheltered from wind.
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Sow:
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How:
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1 seed into 8cm pot filled with moist compost at a temperature of 13°C. They are not keen on root disturbance so transplant very carefully. Harden off seedlings during the day for 3/4 days before planting outside.
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Care:
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Earth up stems in summer to give better anchorage. Keep well-watered and top dress soil with organic matter periodically.
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| Harvest: |
July to September. |
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Good drainage and enough organic matter to ensure ground does not dry out too quickly. A sunny spot sheltered from wind.
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Sow:
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How:
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Sow 2 seeds at one station 2.5cm deep in early summer at 40cm intervals in a rectangular block (helps to aid pollinaton). Remove the weaker seedling. In cold weather and particularly in the north cover the seed with a cloche to keep them warm and germinate better. Water well.
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Care:
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Earth up stems in summer to give better anchorage. Keep well watered and top dress soil with organic matter periodically.
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July to September. |
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Items in Trug:
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Value (exc P&P):
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View our great value selection packs and seed gift boxes.
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View our useful sowing calendar |
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