Zea mays subsp. mays
Zea mays subsp. mays
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This late-maturing variety produces 8-inch ears with 12 to 14 rows of succulent kernels.
Golden Cross Bantam Sweet Corn is the perfect addition to any garden, with its juicy, flavorful, and vitamin-packed kernels—corn is rich in vitamins A and B! Enjoy this late-maturing variety throughout the season.
Economy-sized seed packets for this sweet corn variety can be found here.
Sku: 0515
Common Name: Sweet Corn
Botanical Name: Zea mays subsp. mays
Full Sun
7 - 10 Days
88 Days
49"
Average (1 - 2 in / week)
Characteristics: Su (normal sugary) Yellow
Fill Weight (grams): 10
Approximate Seed Count: 30 - 45
Flavor: Creamy and sweet
Preparation Ideas: Sweetest when used fresh right after harvesting
Plant Type: Vegetable
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
Growing Season(s): Summer|Fall
Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Summer|Fall
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
Sow a few seeds evenly spaced in hills, 8 inches high and 12 inches across. Young vines should have a fence, trellis, or heavy cord on which to climb. When young vines are about 8 inches, thin to 3 plants per hill. Does not transplant well.
Planting Depth: 1" - 1.5"
Seed Spacing: Sow Golden Cross Bantam Hybrid Sweet Corn seeds roughly 12" apart in rows, keeping rows approximately 3' apart.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
For better ear fill, plant a number of short rows together instead of a single long row. This helps ensure pollination. For plenty of corn all season, plant early and late varieties.
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