Sweet Corn Honey Select Large - Ontario Seed Company

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An AAS 2001 Award Winner, Honey Select Triple Sweet corn is an advancement in eating quality and a must for every corn lover. This variety combines the tenderness and flavour of Sugary Enhanced (SE) types with the extra sweetness and extended shelf life of Supersweet varieties. The big 21 cm ears have 18-20 rows of delicious yellow kernels, providing a “juicy corn taste” and longer lasting sweetness ideal for home gardens and roadside markets.

What you need to know to Plant & Grow

For best growth, plant in a sunny, wind-sheltered site with well-drained soil and a pH of 5.5 to 6.5. Sow seeds only after all danger of frost is past and the soil has warmed to at least 18°C.

Planting: To ensure proper pollination, plant at least 3 to 4 rows. When planting in rows, sow seeds 10-15 cm apart, then thin to 30 cm apart. Rows should be spaced 55-75 cm apart. Germination occurs in approximately 10 days.

Care: Work a good vegetable fertilizer into the soil at planting. Keep weeds under control and irrigate frequently throughout the season. Sufficient water is particularly important at flowering and when the cobs begin to fill. Cobs are ready for harvesting when the silks turn dark brown. To check for maturity, gently peel back a section of the husk and press your thumbnail into a kernel. If the liquid is a milky colour, the corn is ready.

Approximately 100-125 seeds per packet