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Sweetcorn Earlibird F1 AGM Seeds
Vegetable Seeds from Sow Seeds
Sweetcorn Earlibird F1 is the earliest cropping variety on the market. It is not only early but this British bred variety is super, super sweet with a high number of small kernels. Improved tolerance to cold soil aids germination. Great plucked and used straight from the garden, a different taste...
£2.25
Sweetcorn Earlibird F1 is the earliest cropping variety on the market. It is not only early but this British bred variety is super, super sweet with a high number of small kernels.
Improved tolerance to cold soil aids germination. Great plucked and used straight from the garden, a different taste to the shop-bought varieties.
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Pack Information
| Seed Quantity: | Approx 40 seeds per pack. |
When to Sow Sweetcorn Earlibird Vegetable Seeds
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Indoor Sowing Information
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Good drainage and enough organic matter to ensure ground does not dry out too quickly. A sunny spot sheltered from wind.
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| When to Sow: | March - May |
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1 seed into 8cm pot filled with moist compost at a temperature of 13C. They are not keen on root disturbance so transplant very carefully. Harden off seedlings during the day for 3/4 days before planting outside.
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| Care: |
Earth up stems in summer to give better anchorage. Keep well watered and top dress soil with organic matter periodically.
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| Harvest: | August - October. When cobs are 18cm and use as soon as possible so as not to lose that super sweet flavour |
Outdoor Sowing Information
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Good drainage and enough organic matter to ensure ground does not dry out too quickly. A sunny spot sheltered from wind.
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| When to Sow: |
April - May
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| How to Sow: |
Sow 2 seeds at one station 2.5cm deep in early summer at 40 cm intervals in a rectangular block (helps to aid pollination). Remove the weaker seedling. In cold weather and particularly in the north cover the seed with a cloche to keep them warm and germinate better. Water well.
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| Care: |
Earth up stems in summer to give better anchorage. Keep well watered and top dress soil with organic matter periodically.
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| Harvest: | August - October. When cobs are 18cm and use as soon as possible so as not to lose that super sweet flavour |
RHS Award of Garden Merit
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Sweetcorn Earlibird F1 Vegetable Seeds have been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit (AGM). This award indicates that the plant is recommended by the RHS and helps gardeners make informed choices about plants. [READ MORE] |
Shipping Information
All orders are dispatched the next working day and are delivered either via Royal Mail 2nd Class Delivery (3-5 working day service) or 48 Hour Parcel Courier (depending on size and weight). These delivery times shown are to be used as a guide and are not guaranteed.
Delivery Charges:
Orders up to £19.99 pay a flat rate of £1.95
Orders over £20 receive FREE delivery.
Please note, we are unable to deliver seeds to countries outside the UK. Due to new BREXIT regulations, we can no longer supply to the Republic of Ireland, sorry.
Click here to view our delivery charges.
All orders are dispatched the next working day and are delivered either via Royal Mail 2nd Class Delivery (3-5 working day service) or 48 Hour Parcel Courier (depending on size and weight). These delivery times shown are to be used as a guide and are not guaranteed.
Delivery Charges:
Orders up to £19.99 pay a flat rate of £1.95
Orders over £20 receive FREE delivery.
Please note, we are unable to deliver seeds to countries outside the UK. Due to new BREXIT regulations, we can no longer supply to the Republic of Ireland, sorry.
Click here to view our delivery charges.