Pull back the leaves, like pulling back a foreskin, and stick your
fingernail into a kernel. If it exudes a milky juice, it is ready to
harvest. Enjoy.
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Hello,

How do you know when to harvest corn? The stuff I've read talks about
moisture content. What exactly is that? How do I measure it without
buying a scientific device? Or is there another way? I've got a
backyard garden, with about 15 corn plants. I'm not going to buy
expensive farm equipment for a garden this size.

I've also heard people say that you can just open up an ear and look at
it. What do I look for? When?

The seed was called "90-day corn". But it's growing in partial shade,
so I expect it to will take longer than 90 days.

When responding, assume that I don't know what I'm talking about.

Thank you.

Ted Shoemaker, certified Gray Thumb

Madison, Wisconsin, US

USDA zone 4/5
AHS heat zone 4/5
Sunset zone 43