I’ve attempted the 3 sisters technique in an urban environment and one difficulty I’ve struggled with is the fact that corn does not seem to grow strong in pots or raised beds.
Recently I learned from a farmer that many popular corn varieties require exceedingly deep roots to be sturdy. More than several feet deep in many cases - depending on corn variety, soil and weather conditions, etc.
This wouldn’t be much of an issue if I planted directly in the ground, but the trouble is I don’t trust the soil or water around here quite frankly.
This year I’m building up a mound of dirt around the base of the maturing corn stalks to help support the weight of the plant. We’ll see if they stay upright through the late summer storms. Would love to hear if anyone else has successful workarounds.
Recently I learned from a farmer that many popular corn varieties require exceedingly deep roots to be sturdy. More than several feet deep in many cases - depending on corn variety, soil and weather conditions, etc.
This wouldn’t be much of an issue if I planted directly in the ground, but the trouble is I don’t trust the soil or water around here quite frankly.
This year I’m building up a mound of dirt around the base of the maturing corn stalks to help support the weight of the plant. We’ll see if they stay upright through the late summer storms. Would love to hear if anyone else has successful workarounds.