How to Grow Reid's Yellow Dent
Zea mays var. indentata 'Reid's Yellow Dent'
Your complete guide to growing Reid's Yellow Dent.
When to Plant Reid's Yellow Dent
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | July – August | November – August |
| Zone 2 | — | June – August | November – September |
| Zone 3 | — | June – July | October |
| Zone 4 | — | June – July | October |
| Zone 5 | — | May – June | October |
| Zone 6 | — | May – June | September – November |
| Zone 7 | — | April – June | September – October |
| Zone 8 | — | April – May | August – October |
| Zone 9 | — | March – April | July – September |
| Zone 10 | — | February – April | July – August |
| Zone 11 | — | January – March | June – July |
| Zone 12 | — | January – March | June – July |
| Zone 13 | — | January – March | June – July |
Companion Plants for Reid's Yellow Dent
✓ Good companions
Fixes nitrogen in soil for corn's heavy nitrogen needs
Attracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that control corn borers
Deters corn earworm moths and other harmful insects
Trap crop for cucumber beetles and squash bugs that also attack corn
Uses corn stalks as natural support while fixing nitrogen
Attracts beneficial insects and can serve as windbreak for corn
Ground cover that attracts beneficial insects for pest control
Ground cover reduces weeds, large leaves provide living mulch
✗ Keep away from
Produces juglone which is toxic to corn and stunts growth
Heavy nitrogen feeders that compete directly with corn for nutrients
Allelopathic properties inhibit corn germination and growth
Both attract corn earworm, increasing pest pressure on both crops
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
