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Gehu Early Yellow Flint Corn

Quick Facts:

  • Heirloom variety ca.1889, North Dakota
  • Glossy, yellow, flint-type kernels
  • Very early variety
  • Ears 8-10" long, 10-12 rows around
  • 100 days to harvest

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Gehu Early Yellow Flint Corn

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Also known as North Dakota Early Yellow Flint, Gehu was first introduced in 1889 by famous seedsman Oscar H. Will. In his catalog, Will described Gehu as a "flint corn of beautiful, bright, glossy yellow color." He went on, "I claim it to be the earliest valuable field corn in the world, superior to all other varieties of flint corn for cultivation in the Northwest." It was awarded first prize at the North Dakota State Fair in 1894. It is indeed the earliest variety of corn we've grown, usually pollinating around the 4th of July when other varieties are typically "knee-high", or so the saying goes. Compared to modern commercial hybrids, the yield would by no means be described as "superior to all others," but ... More

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Zea mays

Also known as North Dakota Early Yellow Flint, Gehu was first introduced in 1889 by famous seedsman Oscar H. Will. In his catalog, Will described Gehu as a "flint corn of beautiful, bright, glossy yellow color." He went on, "I claim it to be the earliest valuable field corn in the world, superior to all other varieties of flint corn for cultivation in the Northwest." It was awarded first prize at the North Dakota State Fair in 1894. It is indeed the earliest variety of corn we've grown, usually pollinating around the 4th of July when other varieties are typically "knee-high", or so the saying goes. Compared to modern commercial hybrids, the yield would by no means be described as "superior to all others," but it is respectable, considering the variety's early maturity. Ears are typically 8 to 10 inches long with 10 to 12 rows of kernels. 100 days to harvest. Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.

Zea mays

Also known as North Dakota Early Yellow Flint, Gehu was first introduced in 1889 by famous seedsman Oscar H. Will. In his catalog, Will described Gehu as a "flint corn of beautiful, bright, glossy yellow color." He went on, "I claim it to be the earliest valuable field corn in the world, superior to all other varieties of flint corn for cultivation in the Northwest." It was awarded first prize at the North Dakota State Fair in 1894. It is indeed the earliest variet... read more

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Zea mays

Also known as North Dakota Early Yellow Flint, Gehu was first introduced in 1889 by famous seedsman Oscar H. Will. In his catalog, Will described Gehu as a "flint corn of beautiful, bright, glossy yellow color." He went on, "I claim it to be the earliest valuable field corn in the world, superior to all other varieties of flint corn for cultivation in the Northwest." It was awarded first prize at the North Dakota State Fair in 1894. It is indeed the earliest variety of corn we've grown, usually pollinating around the 4th of July when other varieties are typically "knee-high", or so the saying goes. Compared to modern commercial hybrids, the yield would by no means be described as "superior to all others," but it is respectable, considering the variety's early maturity. Ears are typically 8 to 10 inches long with 10 to 12 rows of kernels. 100 days to harvest. Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.

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person holding seedlings

How to Grow Corn

Corn performs best in soil that is well-drained, but also able to hold onto some moisture, as corn tends to use quite a bit of water during its active growth phase.  Working in a healthy dose of well-composted manure in the fall will ensure that the rapidly growing plants receive adequate water and nutrition. 

After danger of frost has passed and soil temps have reached 55 degrees, sow seeds 9-12" apart, 1" deep, in rows 24-36" apart.  To maximize pollination use a paired row or square plot configuration.  Under ideal conditions, germination will occur in 7-10 days.

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Insect Pests

Biological controls such as Bacillus thuringiensis can be effecting in controlling common corn pests like corn borer and earworm.  Aphids, Japanese beetles, and other hard-shelled insects can be controlled with a simple homemade insecticidal soap solution.

Diseases & Other Problems

Corn is susceptible to a number of plant diseases.  Consult your local extension office to learn which diseases are most prevalent in your region. Crop rotation, tillage, and removal of plant debris are all effective tools in managing common corn diseases.

Sweet corn is ready to harvest approximately 21 days after pollination. At peak, the kernel tips should be rounded and glossy. Shelling corn can be harvested once the husks have dried and the kernels have sufficiently hardened.  To test for maturity, pull back the husk and remove a kernel from the ear.  If the tip at the base of the kernel breaks off to reveal a brown "abscission" layer, the ears are ready to harvest.

CONSIDERATIONS:

To maintain genetic diversity, save seed from at least 50 to 100 plants.  If open-pollinated, plants should be isolated from other corn varieties by at least 1/4 mile.  Otherwise, hand-pollination can be performed.

HARVESTING SEED:

Wait until ears have reached full maturity and the kernels cannot be pierced by your fingernail. Peel back the husk and harvest the ear by pulling down and twisting. Place in a mesh bag or basket and allow to continue to dry for two weeks. Shell ears using a manual corn shelling tool or tightly grip a gloved hand around the ear and twist to separate the kernels from the cob. Winnow to remove any chaff and store in an airtight container until ready to use.

SEED LONGETIVITY:

Corn seeds will maintain 50% viability for three years when stored in a cool, dark place.

Hand pollinating corn

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Michael
Seeds look healthy!

I won't be planting for several months, but the seeds look very healthy.

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