Country GentlemanCountry Gentleman is a very old sweet corn variety that took Frank Woodruff fourteen years of selective breeding to develop. When it was introduced, it was immediately well received. It is one of the most unusual, sweet corns around because its white kernels are arranged irregularly, not in rows. The kernels are also very deep and narrow, hence its alternate name, Shoe-peg. In fertile soils, it can yield three ears per stalk, sometimes more. Its stalks average seven to eight feet tall, producing ears that reach about seven inches in length. It is a beautiful corn with wonderful texture and flavor. It holds its peak quality much longer than most heirloom corns. Culture: Sow Seeds Directly in the garden in the spring after the soil has warmed. Does best in deeply cultivated Soil that is high in nitrogen. To aid Pollination, avoid planning in a sing row. For succession, plant ever three weeks until early summer. Care: Be generous with water and fertilize when plants are 12”-18” (30-45 cm) tall. Harvest: Pick when the silks turn brown. Test by piercing a kernel with your thumbnail to see if it spurts a milky juice. Notes:
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Golden Bantam - Improved 12 RowOne of the most popular vegetables, freshly-picked corn-on-the-cob is simply hard to beat for delicious flavor. Light yellow kernels are tasty and tender, and produced on vigorous, easy to grow plants. Stalks grow 6'-7' (180-210 cm) tall. Usually two ears 7 1/2"-8 1/2" (18.75-21.25 cm) long. Great for eating fresh, frozen, or canning. Culture: Sow seeds directly in the garden in spring after soil has warmed. Does best in deeply cultivated soil that is high in nitrogen. To aid pollination, avoid planting in a single row. For succession, plant every three weeks until early summer Care: Be generous with water and fertilize when plants are 12"-18" (30-45 cm) tall. Harvest: Pick when silks turn brown. Test by piercing a kernel with the thumbnail to see if it spurts a milky juice. Nutrition: Good source of several vitamins and minerals. Seed Saving: Since corn cross-pollinates quite easily with other varieties, seed plants will need to be separated from other pollinating varieties of corn by about 1,000 feet or otherwise prevented from pollinating each other. Allow the seed corn to dry completely on the stalk, until the husk and the stalk have turned brown. If rainy weather comes, cut off the stalks and lay them out in a dry, well ventilated location. Test for dryness by hitting the kernels with a hammer; if they shatter, they are ready for storage. Remove the kernels by running your hands over the cobs; winnow out the chaff. Store seeds in a cool, dry place. Notes:
Stowell's EvergreenLeading white variety for home garden and fresh market. Needs a full growing season. Tender ears are filled with sweet, juicy kernels right to the tips. Corn lovers should try this variety. 14-20 rows of clear-white kernels, 1 or 2 ears per 8'-10' stalk. Holds quality long. Heirloom variety was first introduced in 1848.
Culture: Sow seeds directly in the garden in spring after the soil has warmed. Does best in deeply cultivated soil that is high in nitrogen. To aid pollination, avoid planting in a single row. For succession, plant every 3 weeks until early summer. Care: Be generous with water and fertilize when plants are 12"-18" (30-45 cm) tall. Harvest: Great for eating fresh, freezing, and canning. Pick when silks turn brown. Test by piercing a kernel with the thumbnail to see if it spurts a milky juice. Nutrition: Good source of several vitamins and minerals Notes:
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