Sweet Corn (Se) 'Ambrosia'

Zeamays var. rugosa

Family
Poaceae (poh-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Zea (ZEE-uh)
Synonym
Spacing
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Other Details
Seed Collecting
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Soil pH requirements
Full Sun
Seed Type
Days to Maturity
Kernel Color
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Augusta, Georgia

Alexandria, Indiana

Waynesfield, Ohio

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hanover, Virginia

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Gardener's Notes:

4
positives
1
neutral
0
negative
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West Valley City, UT (Zone 6b) | March 2014 | positive

By far my favorite variety: I keep going back to it year after year. A local grower who sold corn from seasonal stands used this variety, too

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Waynesfield, OH | May 2006 | positive

very hardy plant. grew last year and planted agian this year. not many people had much luck with any sweet corn in my area last year due ...Read More

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Alexandria, IN (Zone 6a) | September 2005 | positive

This bi-color se is vigorous with nice ears. It is tender and among the best tasting in its class.

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Jacksonville, NC | June 2004 | positive

excellent!, our whole community has switched from another popular bi-color, & even left behind our old favorite white corn.

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | December 2003 | neutral

This is a sugary enhanced bicolor that was a dissapointment for me. It was just not as vigorous or productive as other bicolors nor did ...Read More

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