Key facts
- Days to maturity
- 64–65 days
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Seneca Horizon is an early yellow normal sugary (su) hybrid from Robson, listed at 64 days, with big 8.5-inch ears of 16 to 18 rows, good tip cover and long dark leaves. It tolerates common rust and Stewart's wilt. Cook it soon after picking, as su corn loses sugar fast.
Seneca Horizon traits
- Early yellow su hybrid, about 64 days
- Ears 8.5 inches with 16 to 18 rows and good tip cover
- Long dark leaves
- Tolerant of common rust and Stewart's wilt
- Bred and sold by Robson
Good for
- Early planting
- Fresh eating on the cob
Compare with other sweet corn varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seneca Horizon this page | 64–65 days | — | — |
| Early and Often | 64 days | — | — |
| Seneca Daybreak | 64 days | — | — |
| Aladdin | 63 days | — | — |
| Daybreak | 65 days | — | — |
| Geronimo | 63–69 days | — | — |
| Kandy Kwik | 65 days | — | — |
Seneca Horizon FAQ
What kind of sweet corn is Seneca Horizon?
Seneca Horizon is an early yellow normal sugary (su) hybrid from Robson, listed at 64 days, with big 8.5-inch ears of 16 to 18 rows, good tip cover and long dark leaves. It tolerates common rust and Stewart's wilt.
How many days to maturity is Seneca Horizon?
Seneca Horizon is listed at 64–65 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 Seneca Horizon compare with other sweet corn varieties?
Seneca Horizon: 64–65 days. Similar sweet corn varieties include Early and Often (64 days), Seneca Daybreak (64 days), Aladdin (63 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Seneca Horizon good for?
Seneca Horizon is grown for early planting, fresh eating on the cob.
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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