Sweetcorn Earlibird
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Sweetcorn 'Earlibird' is one of the earliest and sweetest varieties available, perfect for UK gardens with shorter summers. This sweet hybrid produces tall, strong plants with long, golden cobs packed with juicy kernels bursting with flavour. It’s fast to mature and ideal for staggered sowings, ensuring a steady supply through summer. Bred for cooler climates, it thrives even in less-than-perfect conditions.
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Grow in full sun, in fertile, moisture-retentive soil. Plant in blocks rather than rows for better pollination. Water well and feed during cob development for the sweetest results.
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Supplied in approx. 9cm pots. Each pot contains 4-6 plants approx ready to be split and planted in the garden.
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The primary intended use of this plant is to grow food for human consumption.
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