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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    July 16, 2011
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    Your sweet corn probably won't come back, but you've got nothing to lose by setting it upright. If you live in an area where high winds are typical, you can set up a wind break to block the prevailing storm winds. Setting up a fence or even hanging an old sheet over your garden fence wil keep the winds from taking out your corn.

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  • Answered by
    Cathy on
    July 24, 2011
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    Check with your local extension office (found under gov't in your phone book). They should have an accurate planting schedule for your specific area to help you plant at the best time.

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    Nikki on
    July 26, 2011
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    Nikki on
    August 6, 2011
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    This article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/removing-earwigs-from-the-garden.htm

    Neem oil may help with these pests, and since it's safe to use, it doesn't hurt to try. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

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    Nikki on
    August 18, 2011
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    Generally, when you see ants on plants, they are not attacking the plant but rather feeding off aphids (which are attacking the plants). Inspect for aphids. If you get rid of the aphids, the ants will go as well. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/homemade-aphid-control-a-natural-way-to-kill-aphids.htm

    If you do not see aphids, you can try diatomaceous earth or uncooked grits around the base of the corn. They both will help to kill the ants.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    September 6, 2011
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    There is too much nitrogen in the soil and it is overpowering the phosphorus. This causes the plants to grow big and lush, but with stunted or no fruit. The chicken manure is the likely culprit. It is very high in nitrogen. Add some bone meal to the soil to provide phosphorus.

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  • Answered by
    jdfern on
    September 6, 2011
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    after your corn has reached approx 5-6 inches do you add soil around the base? Corn must have a great deal of soil pulled around each stalk or it will fall over after attaining some height. You can't put too much soil around the stalks.
    I plant my corn in furrows and as it grows I continue to add soil to it. I would estimate 6-7 inches above the roots. Hope this helps

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    September 24, 2011
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    It won't hurt the house, but planting close to the house may block sun and water from getting to the corn, which will result in poor growth.

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