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- Days to maturity
- 68 days
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Seneca Tomahawk is an early bicolor se hybrid bred by Paul Lilley and released in 1997 through the Seneca (Peto brand) line. Ears measure roughly 7 to 8 1/2 inches and the husks reach well past the tip. The breeder listed maturity at 64 days, making it one of the faster bicolor sugar-enhanced options. Plant in a block for good pollination and expect tender, sweet kernels for fresh eating.
Seneca Tomahawk traits
- Early bicolor sugar-enhanced hybrid, released 1997
- Ears of 7 to 8 1/2 inches with good tip cover
- Maturity listed at 64 days by the breeder
Good for
- Fresh eating
Compare with other sweet corn varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seneca Tomahawk this page | 68 days | — | — |
| Black Aztec | 68 days | — | — |
| Blaze | 68 days | — | — |
| Casino | 68 days | — | — |
| Cochise | 68 days | — | — |
| Early Sunglow | 68 days | — | — |
| Extra Early Super Sweet | 67 days | — | — |
Seneca Tomahawk FAQ
What kind of sweet corn is Seneca Tomahawk?
Seneca Tomahawk is an early bicolor se hybrid bred by Paul Lilley and released in 1997 through the Seneca (Peto brand) line. Ears measure roughly 7 to 8 1/2 inches and the husks reach well past the tip.
How many days to maturity is Seneca Tomahawk?
Seneca Tomahawk is listed at 68 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 Tomahawk compare with other sweet corn varieties?
Seneca Tomahawk: 68 days. Similar sweet corn varieties include Black Aztec (68 days), Blaze (68 days), Casino (68 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Seneca Tomahawk good for?
Seneca Tomahawk is grown for fresh eating.
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)
The text on this page is our own summary written from the published variety record, not a copy of it.