How to Grow Luscious
Zea mays 'Luscious'
Your complete guide to growing Luscious.
📷 Wikipedia: MaizeWhen to Plant Luscious
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | July – August | October – August |
| Zone 2 | — | June – August | October – September |
| Zone 3 | — | June – July | September – October |
| Zone 4 | — | June – July | September – October |
| Zone 5 | — | May – June | September – October |
| Zone 6 | — | May – June | August – October |
| Zone 7 | — | April – June | August – September |
| Zone 8 | — | April – May | July – September |
| Zone 9 | — | March – April | June – August |
| Zone 10 | — | February – April | June – July |
| Zone 11 | — | January – March | May – June |
| Zone 12 | — | January – March | May – June |
| Zone 13 | — | January – March | May – June |
Companion Plants for Luscious
✓ Good companions
Fix nitrogen in soil, benefiting corn's heavy nitrogen needs
Attracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that control corn pests
Benefits from corn's shade during hot weather, maximizes space usage
Repel corn rootworm, aphids, and other harmful insects
Act as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles
Attracts beneficial insects and may help repel corn borers
Ground cover suppresses weeds, retains soil moisture for corn
Provide windbreak protection and attract beneficial pollinators
✗ Keep away from
Releases juglone toxin that inhibits corn growth and development
Heavy nitrogen feeders that compete directly with corn's nutrient needs
Both are heavy feeders competing for same nutrients, attract similar pests
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
