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Legend Sweet Corn: Days to Maturity & Growing Tips

Legend (HMX 7345) is a yellow se hybrid from Harris Moran released in 1989.

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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VarietyDays to maturityGrowth habitType
Legend this page73 days——
Breeder's Bicolor73 days——
Breeder's Choice73 days——
Double Standard73 days——
Kandy King73 days——
Mirai 336 BC73 days——
Ashworth72 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.

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.

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