An early variety which is super sweet  and grows full to the tip. An excellent source of vitamins A, B and C. Gluten free with a good supply of dietry fibre and protein.
 
When to Sow: Apr - May
 
HOW TO SOW EARLIBIRD SWEETCORN:
Sow in pots - Sow thinly into pots or modules of damp compost. Cover with 4cm of soil. Ideal temp 20-30°C.  Grow on until all risk of frost has passed, then harden off before transplanting out into final cropping location 45cm apart in blocks to aid pollination. 
 
Classification: Half Hardy Annual
Group: Fruiting & Shooting Vegetables
Expert Level:  Easy to Grow
Germination Time: 1-2 Weeks
Harvest Time: Aug - Sep
 
Site: Full/ Sheltered Sun
Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
Soil Acidity: Alkaline/Neutral
Moisture: Well drained
 
Care: Water well in hot weather
Use: Edible
Harvest: When approx. 18cm long, cobs are ready when the tassels turn brown.
 
Days to Maturity:  112 Days
Feed: No special requirements
Height:2m
Plant Spacing:  45cm