Zea mays

This home garden variety of sweet corn will produce tasty, well-filled cobs.

Best Use

Edible

Planting Instructions

• Plant in full sun and free-draining soil with space to grow
• Plant 20cm apart in rows or group for support
• Water regularly as corncobs start to form
• Peel back husk of cob a little bit and if they look juicy, they're ready to harvest
• Once entire crop is harvested, pull plants out

Companion Plants

• Runner beans
• Borage
• Chives
• Leek

Gardening Guide

Keep it simple with sweetcorn