What happens when you plant corn too close together?

Answer 1

Too close planting affects the growth of below ground roots and of above ground shoots. Corn doesn't have enough room in which to adequate develop a root system, which is needed to anchor the plant, and to take in and store nutrients and water from the soil. Additionally, corn that's planted too closely encourages the spread of diseaseand pests. And it discourages the adequate circulation of air and light, and the adequate distribution of water from rain fall events.

Answer 2

One corn seed will germinate and grow steadily into a corn plant if given enough sun, water and warmth. However getting an ear of corn might be a problem. It has long been known that the best corn comes from the middle of the plot. The corn from around the edges may be small, poorly kerneled just plain lackluster. Even though many varieties can self-pollinate, it needs the cross-pollination and multitude of close plants to produce a perfect ear of corn.

Answer 3

1 to 2 feet apart