How did corn seeds come from?
Corn has seeds, and the seeds grow in the fruit. It is an angiosperm. Generally, after the fruit is ripe, the seeds can be rubbed off directly, and the harvesting method is relatively simple.
Corn seeds need to be dried again after peeling, and then clean and full corn seeds are selected and stored in glass jars, and desiccant is added to seal them until the next year's sowing.
What do corn seeds look like?
The shape of corn seeds is oval and U-shaped, generally referring to corn kernels, which looks very shiny. Fresh seeds are full and large, and the seed size is basically the same.
How to plant corn seeds
Corn seeds are usually sown in April-May, not later than the middle of July, and it takes about 80- 100 days from sowing to maturity.
1. Land selection: The requirements of corn on soil are not strict, but loose, deep and rich in organic matter is the best, and the soil pH value is between 6 and 8.
2. Seed selection: To select suitable maize varieties, select those seeds with high seed purity and high purity for sowing, and require the seeds to have high lodging resistance.
3. Sowing: Corn can be sowed in holes with a row spacing of about 65 cm. After sowing, it is necessary to water in time according to the soil conditions.