Ignition Corn matures in a swift 72 days, delivering fresh ears when you need them most. This variety thrives in full sun and moderate water, making it reliable for gardeners seeking dependable sweet corn without the long wait. Direct sow 4 inches apart in rows spaced 24 inches wide, or start seeds indoors 2-3 weeks before your transplant date for a head start.
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Quick to mature at 72 days, Ignition Corn fits neatly into short growing seasons and succession planting schedules. The variety responds well to both direct sowing and transplanting, giving you flexibility in how you get it in the ground. Peak harvest comes when kernels are full and milky with browning silks, so you'll know exactly when to pick for maximum sweetness.
Ignition Corn is grown for fresh eating. Harvest the ears at peak ripeness and enjoy them boiled, grilled, or raw within hours of picking, when the kernels retain their full sweetness and tender texture.
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Start seeds indoors 2-3 weeks before your desired transplant date. Avoid letting seedlings become root bound and handle roots gently to prevent damage when moving to the garden.
Transplant when seedlings are established and ready to move to the garden, approximately 2-3 weeks after sowing indoors. Space transplants 4 inches apart with 24 inches between rows.
Make row furrows about 6-8 inches deep. Spread 3-5 pounds of complete fertilizer per 100 square feet along the furrow, backfill, then sow seeds and cover with soil or sifted compost.
Check ears frequently during the harvest window, especially when temperatures exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit, as flavor degrades quickly at peak maturity. Harvest when kernels feel full and milky to the touch and the ear tips are blunt or rounded rather than pointed. Drying and browning of the ear silks provides another reliable indicator of maturity. Remove ears by pulling down and twisting them free from the stalk.
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