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Can You Grow Corn in Northwest Territories?

Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1, 2

Won't grow here

Corn needs warm soil and a reasonable growing season that this zone does not reliably provide.

Plant zones

3b–11b

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

60–90 days

When to plant Corn in Northwest Territories

Direct sow

Jun 15

Harvest

Aug 14 – Sep 13

Dates are approximate, based on Northwest Territories's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Corn

Corn needs space warmth and wind-pollination — plant in blocks not rows for good pollination.

Direct sow after soil reaches 16°C. Plant in a 4x4 block minimum for wind pollination. Needs consistent water especially during tasselling. Not suitable for containers.

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Gardening in Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Corn in Northwest Territories?

Corn needs warm soil and a reasonable growing season that this zone does not reliably provide.

What zone is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1, 2).

When do you plant Corn in Northwest Territories?

Plant Corn Jun 15, harvest Aug 14 – Sep 13.