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Hickory King Yellow Corn is a legendary heirloom variety treasured by gardeners and farmers for generations. Known for its exceptionally large kernels and rich traditional flavor, this historic corn variety remains a favorite for hominy, grits, cornmeal, roasting, and fresh eating.
Growing up to an impressive 12 feet tall, Hickory King Yellow Corn creates a bold statement in the garden while delivering dependable harvests of large, flavorful ears. Its robust growth and adaptability make it suitable for both home gardens and larger farm plantings.
This resilient heirloom variety thrives in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil during warm growing seasons. Whether ground into meal, roasted on the cob, or used in traditional recipes, Hickory King Yellow Corn delivers outstanding flavor and timeless agricultural heritage.
Hickory King Yellow Corn Seed Details
- Quantity: 50 Seeds
- Seed Planting Depth: 1–2 Inches
- Germination Temperature: 70–80°F
- Days to Germination: 4–8 Days
- Row Spacing: 12–24 Inches
- Plant Spacing: 6–8 Inches
- 100-Foot Row Yield: Approx. 15 lbs
- Sun Requirements: Full Sun
- Harvest Time: Approximately 95 Days
- Plant Height: Up to 12 Feet
How to Save Hickory King Yellow Corn Seeds
Hickory King Yellow Corn will readily cross-pollinate with other corn varieties, so proper isolation is important when saving seeds. To maintain seed purity, separate different corn varieties by at least one mile whenever possible.
Allow ears to dry naturally on the stalk before harvesting, but avoid leaving them exposed too long in wet or unpredictable weather conditions. Harvest corn as soon as the ears are fully dry. For strong genetic diversity and healthy future crops, collect seed from at least 100 separate Hickory King Yellow Corn plants whenever possible. Once fully dry, remove the kernels from the cobs by rubbing or shelling them off by hand. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place for future planting seasons.
