Yes, you can grow corn in large containers that support its root systems and watering needs. Plan for a space at least 12 inches deep and 12 inches wide for each plant, but provide an 18-in. depth ...

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Corn, or maize, was first grown in the Americas at least 8,000 years ago. The most common type for home gardeners to grow is sweet corn, which is the delicious variety we eat on the cob.

If you are planting sweet corn, either plant it 250 feet away from the Indian corn or plant a variety that won’t bloom at the same time. You don’t want pollen from your Indian corn to ...

If you’re going to try growing Indian corn in your own garden, here are some things to remember. Corn must have full sun, and you’ll need a good-sized patch to ensure full pollination.