How to Grow Silver and Gold
Zea mays 'Silver and Gold'
Your complete guide to growing Silver and Gold.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Silver and Gold
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| 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 Silver and Gold
✓ Good companions
Fix nitrogen in soil that corn can utilize, classic Three Sisters companion
Benefits from corn's wind protection while providing ground cover
Attracts beneficial predatory insects that control corn pests
Repel corn earworms, aphids, and other harmful insects
Act as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, repel corn borers
Help break up compacted soil and deter corn borers when planted nearby
Large leaves provide ground cover to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Attract beneficial insects and can serve as natural trellis support
✗ Keep away from
Produces juglone which is toxic to corn and inhibits growth
Heavy nitrogen feeders that compete with corn for nutrients
Both are heavy nitrogen feeders creating competition, corn can shade tomatoes
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
