When to Plant Corn in Zone 10
In USDA zone 10a, plant outdoors February 13 to May 16, and expect your first harvest around May 16. (10a shown here — see 10a and 10b dates separately below.)
Corn planting calendar for USDA Zone 10a
Average last spring frost
January 30
Average first fall frost
December 30
Direct sow
Feb 13
Projected first harvest
May 16
Most corn mature in about 75 to 110 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 334 frost-free days in zone 10a.
Corn planting calendar for USDA Zone 10b
Average last spring frost
January 30
Average first fall frost
December 30
Direct sow
Feb 13
Projected first harvest
May 16
Most corn mature in about 75 to 110 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 334 frost-free days in zone 10b.
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Varieties to grow
4 varieties of corn in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with corn
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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