How long does it take for corn to germinate in summer?

Summer corn germination time

The temperature is suitable in summer. After corn seeds are sown, they will germinate in about 5-7 days. The germination will reach its peak 10 days after planting. The sowing time in spring is slightly longer, and it usually takes about 7-10 days for the seedlings to germinate.

Summer corn planting time and method

1. Sowing time: The best time to plant summer corn is generally mid-June. Usually wheat is mature by this time, and corn can be sown after the wheat harvest. If wheat matures earlier, it can be planted in early June, and the latest may be in late June.

2. Site selection and land preparation: When planting corn, it is best to choose a plot with sufficient sunlight, loose and fertile soil, and convenient drainage and irrigation. After selecting the plot, you need to deep plow the land first, and apply sufficient base fertilizer to the soil. This will increase the fertility of the soil so that the corn can grow vigorously after planting.

3. Sowing and planting: Choose suitable varieties of corn seeds and plant them in the soil with a row spacing of 65 cm, a plant spacing of 18 cm, and a sowing depth of 5 cm. If the soil is dry after sowing, water it appropriately to keep the soil slightly moist.

How to manage corn after it sprouts in summer

1. Watering: After the corn seedlings emerge from the soil, they need to be watered in time to maintain moisture, but do not flood them with water. You need to control the amount of watering, watering less each time and watering more often.

2. Fertilization: Don’t rush to apply fertilizer after the corn seedlings emerge in summer. The roots are relatively fragile at this time. If you apply fertilizer, it will burn the roots. When the seedlings grow to about 30 cm, urea needs to be applied as top dressing. Remember to irrigate after top dressing.