Zea mays
MAIZE, CORN
Poaceae

 
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Plant type: deciduous grass or annual

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost
2.5m
Plant habit
 
0.6m

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Origins: Mexico

Other Botanical Names: Zea mexicana, Euchlaena mexicana

Other Common Names: Indian Corn

 
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Zea mays
MAIZE, CORN
Poaceae

 

  Plant type: deciduous grass or annual

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost
2.5m
Plant habit
 
0.6m

FEATURES

Flowers: green

Flowering Time: mid summer

Edibility: vegetable, edible fruit


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean & cottage designs

Uses: mass planting, border

Growth rate: fast

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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