Do corn seedlings need light when starting indoors?

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greenbunny Minneapolis, MN(Zone 4a) Jun 03, 2011

I'm *super* late in starting this corn, but the beds are ready and I've already planted most all of the companion plants already. I've started some seeds in starter pots, in a bottom layer of composed manure, then a layer of earthworm castings, then soil with seeds planted at 1" deep.

I have them inside to start under grow lights on shelves. Should have the lights on or off? Or should I turn them off overnight? I have no clue. You're advice is much appreciated!!!

Thanks!
Carrie Anne

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Easybake Arlington, TX Jun 03, 2011

you should be good to just plant the seeds.

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Ozark Ozark, MO(Zone 6a) Jun 03, 2011

The only time I've tried transplanting corn, it didn't work out well. I had some gaps where seeds didn't come up, and tried transplanting into those empty spaces from places in the rows where my corn came up thick. The transplanted corn seedlings were stunted and never developed along with the other stalks. I don't think corn transplants well.

I can't think of any reason for starting corn indoors. I think it ought to be planted directly into the ground, after the ground is warm, of course.

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greenbunny Minneapolis, MN(Zone 4a) Jun 04, 2011

Thanks guys! I will just direct seed another pack I have.

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Ozark Ozark, MO(Zone 6a) Jun 04, 2011

"Thanks guys! I will just direct seed another pack I have."
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That'll be best. I planted my sweet corn this Tuesday, got my soaker hoses in on Wednesday and watered it good. It all came up on Saturday, and with sunshine and 90 degree heat it was about an inch tall by the end of the day. When something sprouts and grows that quick, there's no need to start it indoors.

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