When to plant spring corn in Henan

Henan Spring Corn Planting Time

Henan spring corn is a plant of the Poaceae family. This crop is mostly propagated by sowing. It usually germinates about 3 days after planting and blooms about 60 days. It grows very fast.

Henan spring corn is generally planted in April and May, and no later than mid-July, because the temperature is stable at this time. Otherwise, if the temperature is too high, it will be unfavorable for seed germination.

Henan Spring Corn Sowing Method

1. Site selection

Spring corn is not very demanding on the soil, but loose, deep, organic-rich soil is best, and the soil pH should be between 6-8.

2. Planting

Spring corn sowing in Henan can be done by hole sowing with a row spacing of about 65 cm. After sowing, water should be applied in time according to soil conditions, and then wait for the seeds to germinate.

Key points for planting spring corn in Henan

1. About 3,500 plants can be planted per acre in Henan spring corn. Sufficient base fertilizer needs to be applied before sowing, and some fertilizers such as nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium should also be applied in combination.

2. When planting spring corn in Henan, you must pay attention to the planting form and density. The planting density of corn should not be too high, otherwise the plants will affect each other, resulting in a decrease in corn yield.