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Shimmering Silver Corn Seeds for Garden Planting

Shimmering Silver Corn Seeds for Garden Planting

$16.39 USD
$16.39 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds directly outdoors after last frost when soil temperature reaches at least 60°F (16°C)

Plant seeds 1–1.5 inches deep in fertile, well-drained soil

Thin seedlings once established to maintain 10–12 inches spacing

Provide support for proper airflow and growth

How to Grow

Grow in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil]

Water consistently to keep soil moist but not waterlogged

Fertilize with compost or balanced fertilizer

Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Tips

Harvest ears when silks turn brown and kernels are full and firm

Plant in blocks to ensure pollination

Suitable for decorative planting, fresh eating, or roasting

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Heirloom

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Tall

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Sweet

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Shimmering Silver Corn Seeds for Garden Planting
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Vegetable

Shimmering Silver Corn is a rare heirloom variety prized for its silvery-white kernels and elegant appearance. Ideal for ornamental and culinary purposes, it thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Perfect for home gardens, raised beds, or large containers, it produces abundant, visually stunning harvests with sweet, tender kernels. Easy to grow and maintain, it is a rewarding crop for gardeners seeking beauty, functionality, and high-yielding performance.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring / Early Summer

fruit-size

Fruit Size

6–8 inches (15–20 cm)

plant-height

Plant Height

5–7 ft (150–210 cm)

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

4–10

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

10–12 inches

planting-depth

Planting Depth

1–1.5 inches

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Full sun

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000167610

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Shimmering Silver Corn different from traditional yellow corn varieties?

Its silvery-white kernels create a distinctive appearance while adding visual interest to the vegetable garden.

Can Shimmering Silver Corn be grown in home vegetable gardens?

Yes, it performs well in garden beds, raised beds, and larger growing spaces with full sun.

When is Shimmering Silver Corn ready to harvest?

The ears are typically ready when the kernels are fully developed and release a milky juice when gently pressed.

Can the harvested ears be used in a variety of recipes?

Yes, they are suitable for boiling, steaming, roasting, grilling, and many other culinary preparations.

Do bees and other pollinators visit the corn plants?

Yes, beneficial insects may visit nearby flowers, while corn itself is primarily pollinated by wind.

Does planting corn in blocks improve pollination?

Yes, growing corn in blocks instead of a single row helps improve wind pollination and supports better kernel development.