With good disease resistance and vigour, Alliance produces cobs that are well protected by strong husks, keeping the kernels fresh and sweet.
- Supersweet variety
- Thin-skinned kernels
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- How to Sow
- Tips & Advice
Sowing Time
Indoors
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Outdoors
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Harvest
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Plant Spacing
45cm (18in)
45cm (18in)
Sowing Indoors
Sow seeds individually in small pots of moist compost 1cm deep. Place in the warmth 15-18c. Grow on under cool, light conditions, but not in direct sunlight. Gradually accustom young plants to conditions outside for 2-3 weeks before planting out to their cropping positions, when danger of frost has passed. To ensure good pollination, plant in blocks, allowing 45cm (18in) each way between plants.
Sowing Outdoors
Water sowing positions well, then sow two seeds 2cm deep at stations 45cm (18in) apart each way. Keep soil moist until seedlings are well-established. When seedlings are around 8cm (3in) high, discard the weaker at each station and leave the stronger to develop. Do not transplant weaker seedlings – they do not thrive.
Growing Tips
Do not grow other varieties of sweet corn nearby as they will cross-pollinate with this variety. If planting out before the risk of frost has passed, cover with horticultural fleece.
For any questions or advice, please contact our technical advice line on 01480 443789 (Mon-Fri 10am-4pm) or email [email protected]