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- Days to maturity
- 76 days
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Xtra-Tender 374A is a white supersweet (sh2) hybrid for mid-season harvest. Plants stand 5 1/2 to 6 feet and bear ears of 7 1/2 to 8 inches with 16 to 18 rows of kernels inside dark green husks. It germinates well in cool soil, a plus for an sh2 type. Keep it isolated from other corn types and expect very tender, sweet white kernels that hold well in the refrigerator.
Xtra-Tender 374A traits
- White sh2 hybrid, mid-season
- Ears 7 1/2 to 8 inches with 16 to 18 rows
- Dark green husks
- Good cool-soil germination
- Plants 5 1/2 to 6 feet
Good for
- Fresh eating
- Refrigerated storage
Compare with other sweet corn varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xtra-Tender 374A this page | 76 days | — | — |
| Black Mexican | 76 days | — | — |
| Candy Corner | 76 days | — | — |
| Double Gem | 76 days | — | — |
| Honey n' Pearl | 76 days | — | — |
| Honey Treat | 76 days | — | — |
| Utopia | 76–77 days | — | — |
Xtra-Tender 374A FAQ
What kind of sweet corn is Xtra-Tender 374A?
Xtra-Tender 374A is a white supersweet (sh2) hybrid for mid-season harvest. Plants stand 5 1/2 to 6 feet and bear ears of 7 1/2 to 8 inches with 16 to 18 rows of kernels inside dark green husks.
How many days to maturity is Xtra-Tender 374A?
Xtra-Tender 374A is listed at 76 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 Xtra-Tender 374A compare with other sweet corn varieties?
Xtra-Tender 374A: 76 days. Similar sweet corn varieties include Black Mexican (76 days), Candy Corner (76 days), Double Gem (76 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Xtra-Tender 374A good for?
Xtra-Tender 374A is grown for fresh eating, refrigerated storage.
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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