Corn: Zea mays, 'Hookers'

Botanical name: Zea mays, 'Hookers'

Common name: corn

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Soil:	damp, neutral, loam
Sun:
Zones:	1a thru 11a
Care:	average
Lifespan:	annual
Category:	Corn
Attributes:	edible
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Zea mays 'Hookers' grown by Ira Hooker of Olympia, WA, for over 50 years. 'Hookers' corn produces flavorful, white 5-6" ears that mature to a dark purple. It prefers a mild summer but can produce in a small space on a 4-5' stalk. Planting depth: 1-2 inches. Days to germination: 4-12 days. 60-70 days to maturity.