Hickory King White corn, an esteemed heirloom variety renowned for its rich flavor and versatile applications, commands admiration for its towering stature, reaching impressive heights of up to twelve feet, swaying gracefully in the summer breeze. The sizeable, elongated ears of corn are adorned with immaculate white kernels that gleam like pearls in the sun, presenting a captivating spectacle of uniformity and brilliance.
The broad, lush leaves of the Hickory King White corn, a vibrant shade of green, create a striking contrast against the snowy kernels. The robust and unwavering stems provide sturdy support for the abundant ears, serving as a testament to resilience and durability. This corn's remarkable adaptability makes it a superb choice for various climates, excelling in fertile, loamy soils as well as more challenging terrains.
Cultivating Hickory King White corn proves to be a gratifying endeavor, adding a touch of sophistication to any garden. Commence by sowing the seeds in well drained soil, preferably in a sunlit location where they can luxuriate in a minimum of six hours of sunlight daily. Ensure adequate spacing of approximately one foot between seeds to facilitate unrestricted growth, and maintain consistent watering, particularly during dry periods, to foster robust development. As the plants progress, consider applying mulch around the base to retain moisture and control weed growth. With diligent care, these majestic plants will soon embellish your garden, offering not only a harvest but a tribute to the magnificence of the seed world.
- QTY: 25
- Seed Planting Depth: 1-2
- Germination Temperature: 70-80
- Days to Germination: 4-8
- Row Spacing: 12-24"
- Plant Spacing: 6-8"
- 100' Row Yield: 15 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 95 days
How to Save Seeds
Corn will cross pollinate with other corn varieties and readily. Therefore it is recommended to separate by at least 1 mile. Let seeds dry in stalk but don't tarry in fact make sure to harvest as soon as dry. Also make sure to collect from at least 100 separate corn plants to have a healthy batch of corn next year. Rub corn off cobs when dry and store.