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- Days to maturity
- 72 days
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Illusion is a white synergistic (sy) sweet corn that blends se and supersweet genetics, maturing in about 72 days. The sturdy plants top out near 6.5 feet and set their ears roughly 25 inches up the stalk, a comfortable picking height. Ears taper slightly, measure 7.5 to 8 inches, and carry 14 to 16 rows of bright white kernels under deep green husks with long, decorative flags. Treat it like other synergistic corns: sow into warm soil and keep it separated from su and se plantings.
Illusion traits
- White synergistic (sy) hybrid, about 72 days
- Tapered ears of 7.5 to 8 inches, 14 to 16 rows of bright white kernels
- Sturdy plants around 6.5 feet with ears set at 25 inches
- Deep green husks with long flags
Good for
- Fresh eating on the cob
- Market growing
Compare with other sweet corn varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illusion this page | 72 days | — | — |
| Ashworth | 72 days | — | — |
| Chubby Checkers | 72 days | — | — |
| First Snow | 72 days | — | — |
| Harris' 1001 | 72 days | — | — |
| Japanese Hulless | 72 days | — | — |
| Mirai 421 W | About 72 days | — | — |
Illusion FAQ
What kind of sweet corn is Illusion?
Illusion is a white synergistic (sy) sweet corn that blends se and supersweet genetics, maturing in about 72 days. The sturdy plants top out near 6.5 feet and set their ears roughly 25 inches up the stalk, a comfortable picking height.
How many days to maturity is Illusion?
Illusion is listed at 72 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other sweet corn varieties, so check them in the sweet corn growing guide.
How does Illusion compare with other sweet corn varieties?
Illusion: 72 days. Similar sweet corn varieties include Ashworth (72 days), Chubby Checkers (72 days), First Snow (72 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Illusion good for?
Illusion is grown for fresh eating on the cob, market growing.
Sowing, care and common problems
Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every sweet corn variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.
- Sweet Corn growing guide
- How to Sow Sweet Corn: Block Planting, Depth and Spacing
- Sweet Corn Pollination: Why Cobs Have Missing Kernels
- Sweet Corn Care: Watering, Feeding, Hilling and Side Shoots
- Sweet Corn Growing Calendar: The Season Stage by Stage
- Sweet Corn Pests and Problems: Earworm, Borer, Smut and Rust
- When to Pick Sweet Corn: The Milk Test and How to Store It
- All 240 sweet corn varieties
Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
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