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When to Plant Sweet Corn in Norfolk, Virginia (23501)

Location

Norfolk, Virginia

ZIP Code

23501

USDA Zone

8b

Last Frost

Sunday, March 15, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, March 1, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Sweet Corn directly outdoors 2 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Zea mays var. saccharata
Days to Maturity 75 days
Mature Height 60-96"
Spread 12"
Type Stalk
Fruit Size Medium (7-9 inch ears)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (8+ hours)

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Water

High (consistent moisture, especially at silking)

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

1" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 5-10 days

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Get your seeds now so they're ready by Sunday, March 1, 2026.

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Growing Sweet Corn in Zone 8b

Sweet Corn (Zea mays var. saccharata) is a popular garden vegetable. In Norfolk, Virginia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, March 1, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, March 15, 2026. Sweet Corn grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.