Question

Observation of bean seed and maize grain

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Explanation:

Both corn (Zea mays) and beans (Phaseolus) thrive in the summer vegetable garden, but the comparisons end there. Corn, like tomatoes, tastes delicious when picked fresh from the garden, but demands a lot of care. Homegrown beans taste similar to those found in the grocery store, but are more adaptable, especially for the gardener with limited space. Corn and beans even have different germination and growth patterns, which is not surprising since the two are not even distantly related.

 

Growing Needs

Both corn and beans grow best in warm conditions and full sun. Corn is a heavy feeder and needs frequent nitrogen applications to produce full, heavy ears. Beans, on the other hand, can fix nitrogen in the soil and rarely need additional fertilizer. Corn depletes the soil of nutrients, while beans build the soil. Many gardeners plant beans in a garden location either immediately before or immediately after planting corn there. Both beans and corn need consistent moisture. Because corn is wind pollinated, it is best planted in blocks with at least four rows. Beans are self-pollinating and don't have any special planting requirements.

Germination

Bean seeds range in size from 1/4-inch to 1 inch, depending on the variety, and come in many colors, including black, white, speckled, red or brown. These kidney-shaped seeds have a hard outer shell and remain viable for up to five years. They germinate within eight to 10 days at soil temperatures between 70 to 80 degrees F. They don't germinate well when the soil temperature is below 60 degrees F. Corn seeds are usually about 1/4-inch in size. These white or yellow kernels are sometimes dyed pink to indicate they've been treated with fungicide. Corn seeds can be saved for up to two years. The seeds germinate in four to seven days when the soil temperature is between 65 and 85 degrees F. They won't germinate in cold soils. Super-sweet hybrid varieties take longer to germinate, according to Cornell University Home Gardening website.