Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to smuts which appear as large galls on the cobs and stalks in hot weather.
Pests
May be susceptible to damage from birds, slugs, mice and badgers.
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sweet corn 'Conqueror' · Pests & diseases
sweet corn 'Conqueror' · Zea mays 'Conqueror'
Grow in a sunny, sheltered spot in soil that has been enriched with well-rotted organic matter. Sweetcorn can tolerate many soil types but prefers well-drained soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.0. Harvest from September to October. See sweetcorn cultivation for futher information.
Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed