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White Sweet Corn Seeds for Home Gardening

White Sweet Corn Seeds for Home Gardening

$16.89 USD
$16.89 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours before planting for faster germination

Sow indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost or directly outdoors after soil reaches 60°F (15°C)

Plant seeds 1–2 inches deep, spacing 8–12 inches apart

Space rows 36–48 inches apart for proper air circulation

How to Grow

Provide full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Water deeply once or twice a week, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged

Fertilize with phosphorus- and potassium-rich fertilizer

Mulch to retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds

Tips

Plant corn in blocks rather than single rows to ensure better pollination

Monitor for pests such as corn borers and earworms using organic methods

Harvest when husks turn brown and kernels release milky juice when pressed

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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
White Sweet Corn Seeds for Home Gardening
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Vegetable

White Sweet Corn is a premium heirloom variety producing tall, robust stalks with crisp, white kernels. Perfect for fresh eating, roasting, canning, or freezing, it grows well in home gardens, raised beds, or large containers. Easy to cultivate and maintain, this variety provides high yields, excellent flavor, and visual appeal. Its tender, sweet kernels make it ideal for summer meals and family harvests, offering both a functional and ornamental addition to any garden.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring / Early Summer

fruit-size

Fruit Size

6–8 inches (15–20 cm)

plant-height

Plant Height

6–7 ft (180–210 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

8–12 inches

planting-depth

Planting Depth

1–2 inches

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Fertile

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000140965

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes White Sweet Corn different from yellow sweet corn varieties?

It produces creamy white kernels with a tender texture and naturally sweet flavor.

Can White Sweet 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 White Sweet Corn ready to harvest?

The ears are typically ready to harvest when the kernels are full and release a milky juice when gently pressed.

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

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

Do bees and other pollinators visit the corn plants?

Yes, corn pollen and nearby flowers may attract beneficial insects, while wind plays the primary role in pollination.

Does planting corn in blocks improve pollination?

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