DESCRIPTION
Classic-Most popular white sweet corn! Sturdy 8'H stalks produce high RID)yields of 8"L x 1 7/8" ears with 14-16 full rows of juicy white kernels that grow to tip. Tender, sweet texture. Dark green husks.
CLASSIFICATIONS
HYBRID
Created from a controlled method of pollination in which the pollen of two different species or varieties is crossed by human intervention. Typical F1 varieties are deliberately created to breed a desired trait. Gardeners who use hybrid plant varieties usually purchase new seed every year, however, over several years the seed could eventually be used for open pollination
SU - NORMAL SUGAR
Normal sugar and harty flavor with a firm/creamy texture. The standard that has been around for years. Sugar converts to starch rapidly after harvest. Isolate from field, ornamental, popcorn and SH2 groups.
VEGETABLE SEED AND PLANTING GUIDE
Direct Seed (100 Ft.) | Distance Apart In Row After Thinning | Space Between Rows | Planting Depth |
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4 Oz. | 8-12" | 30-48" | 1-2" |
* This is an estimated guide. Conditions may vary considerably due to location.
ESTIMATED DAYS TO MATURITY
88 days
DISEASE RESISTANCE
Southern Corn Leaf Blight (Intermediate)
COMPANIONS
- Bean
- Cucumber
- Melon
- Parsley
- Pea
- Potato
- Pumpkin
- Squash
ALLIES
- Odorless marigold and white geranium deter Japanese beetles
- Pigweed raises nutrients from the subsoil to where the corn can reach them
ENEMIES
- Tomatoes and corn are attacked by the same worm