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Fodder Maize

Fodder Maize

Zea mays

Easy difficultyAll SeasonFodder
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Sunlight
Full Sun
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Watering
Moderate
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Min pot size
18" pot
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Start from
Broadcast or line sowing

About Fodder Maize

Fodder maize is grown purely for its massive vegetative biomass, rather than allowing cobs to form. Terrace gardeners keeping small pets (like rabbits or guinea pigs) can grow it densely in large troughs. Selecting a highly leafy, moderately tall variety maximizes green yield without toppling the container.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
20-32°C
Heat stress above
38°C
Cold stress below
12°C
Humidity
Moderate
Rain sensitivity
Moderate

Growth stages

Stage 1
Seedling
Day 0–25
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 26–90
Stage 3
Flowering
Day 91–99
Stage 4
Harvest
Day 100–130

Common pests and diseases

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