Key facts
- Days to maturity
- 73 days
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Legend (HMX 7345) is a yellow se hybrid from Harris Moran released in 1989. It matures mid-season ; the 7-inch ears carry 16 kernel rows, and it tolerates common rust and Stewart's wilt. The ears are on the smaller side, but sugar-enhanced kernels give a tender, sweet bite. A solid choice for gardeners who want a compact yellow ear with reasonable disease tolerance.
Legend traits
- Yellow sugar-enhanced hybrid, Harris Moran 1989
- Ears of 7 inches carrying 16 kernel rows
- Tolerant of common rust and Stewart's wilt
- Mid-season maturity
Good for
- Fresh eating
Compare with other sweet corn varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legend this page | 73 days | — | — |
| Breeder's Bicolor | 73 days | — | — |
| Breeder's Choice | 73 days | — | — |
| Double Standard | 73 days | — | — |
| Kandy King | 73 days | — | — |
| Mirai 336 BC | 73 days | — | — |
| Ashworth | 72 days | — | — |
Legend FAQ
What kind of sweet corn is Legend?
Legend (HMX 7345) is a yellow se hybrid from Harris Moran released in 1989. It matures mid-season ; the 7-inch ears carry 16 kernel rows, and it tolerates common rust and Stewart's wilt.
How many days to maturity is Legend?
Legend is listed at 73 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 Legend compare with other sweet corn varieties?
Legend: 73 days. Similar sweet corn varieties include Breeder's Bicolor (73 days), Breeder's Choice (73 days), Double Standard (73 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Legend good for?
Legend 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.