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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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Companion plants for Fodder Maize
Avoid planting nearby
✗ None
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