Corn Silver Queen White

Harvest in 90 days

The royalty of white corn, Silver Queen still reigns supreme as the most popular white corn in the country. Everything about her is regal; 8 tall stalks, large 8-9 ears with the tenderness and flavor that has stood the test of time! Creamy white kernels in 14-16 rows are a late summertime favorite.

SOWPlant corn seed in full sun directly in the garden when the soil has warmed to at least 70 degrees and night-time temps do not dip below 60 degrees. Corn requires full sun and fertile soil. Plant seed 1 deep, 3-4 apart in blocks (4×4) or rows 24 apart.

THINWhen plants are 5 tall, thin to 10 apart. Corn is wind pollinated and crowded plants may not produce full ears.

GERMINATION8-15 days; depending on soil temperature.

REMARKSCorn is a heavy feeder; plan to fertilize 2-3 times during the growing season. Resistant to Northern Leaf Blight and Stewarts Wilt. Pick when silks just start to turn brown.