Seeds per gram: 3.5
Average germination rate: 90%
Package sizes
- 50 g — 175 seeds — 158 plants — yields about 158–316 ears
- 125 g — 438 seeds — 394 plants — yields about 394–788 ears
- 250 g — 875 seeds — 788 plants — yields about 788–1,576 ears
- 2 kg — 7,000 seeds — 6,300 plants — yields about 6,300–12,600 ears
Plant growth and coverage
- Upright, compact habit on sturdy stalks
- Height: ~1.2 m (4 ft)
- Spread: 25–30 cm (10–12 in)
- Spacing: 20–25 cm (8–10 in) in-row; rows 60–90 cm (24–36 in); plant in blocks of 4+ short rows for best pollination
- Days to maturity: ~63 days; typically 1–2 ears per plant
Choosing a packet size
- 50 g is ideal for home gardeners and small beds wanting a few short blocks for reliable pollination and fresh table harvests.
- 125 g suits larger family gardens or community plots planning succession sowings for a steady supply of ears.
- 250 g works well for big gardens or small market growers planting multiple beds or staggered plantings.
- 2 kg is best for market growers, CSA farms, or field-scale plantings aiming for high yields and consistent weekly harvests.