How do I save seeds from my corn plants?

Saving seeds from your corn plants is a relatively simple process. Here are the general steps:


Choose healthy plants: Select the healthiest and most robust plants for seed saving. You want to save seeds from plants that are disease-free and have produced high-quality ears.


Allow the corn to fully mature: Leave the ears of corn on the stalks until the kernels are fully matured and the husks have turned brown.


Harvest the corn: When the corn is fully matured, it is time to harvest it. Cut the ears from the stalk with a sharp knife, leaving a bit of the stem attached to the ear.


Remove the kernels: Peel back the husks and remove the kernels from the cob. You can do this by twisting the cob or using a corn stripper.


Dry the kernels: Spread the kernels out in a single layer on a flat surface, such as a baking sheet. Allow them to dry completely for a few weeks in a cool, dry place.


Store the seeds: Once the kernels are fully dry, store them in a dry and airtight container, such as a glass jar, in a cool and dark place until the next planting season.


It is important to note that if you are saving seeds from hybrid corn plants, the resulting offspring may not exhibit the same traits as the parent plant. Therefore, it is best to save seeds from open-pollinated or heirloom varieties.


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