Sweet Corn

We offer carefully selected sweet corn seeds that are trusted by growers across Europe. Our seeds are perfect for gardeners seeking high yields of delicious, sweet corn. With our carefully curated selection, you can be sure that the seeds you buy are of the highest quality, ensuring an excellent harvest in no time. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced grower, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Sweet corn loves warm, sunny environments, so it’s best suited for regions with plenty of full sun and temperatures between 18-30°C. In cooler climates, starting your seeds indoors or choosing earlier-maturing varieties will allow you to enjoy sweet corn even if your growing season is shorter. Regardless of where you are, sweet corn adapts well to many conditions with the right care.

Planting sweet corn requires a bit of space, as it grows tall and wide. Here’s how to set yourself up for success:

1. Choose a sunny spot: Sweet corn thrives in direct sunlight—at least 6 hours a day.
2. Prepare the soil: Use well-drained, fertile soil, and amend it with organic matter if needed.
3. Spacing: For best pollination and maximum yield, plant sweet corn in blocks, spacing the plants about 30 cm apart in rows that are 75-90 cm apart.
4. Water consistently: Corn needs regular watering, especially during flowering and ear development.

Sweet corn typically reaches maturity between 70 and 100 days, depending on the variety. The best way to know if it’s ready for harvest is by checking the silks—once they turn brown, it’s time to check the kernels. Pinch an ear to see if the kernels are plump and juicy. If so, enjoy your sweet corn fresh!

Absolutely! You don’t need a huge garden to grow sweet corn. Compact varieties or dwarf sweet corn can be grown in containers or raised beds, as long as you provide adequate space for the roots. Use deep containers with good drainage, and plant at least 2-3 seeds per container. Sweet corn is known to be more successful when grown in blocks, so try planting 3-4 containers together to help with pollination.

Sweet corn is a low-maintenance crop once established, but it does appreciate a bit of TLC:

• Watering: Keep the soil moist, especially during the tasseling and ear development stages.
• Fertilizing: Feed sweet corn with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to encourage strong growth.
• Pest control: Keep an eye out for pests like corn earworms or aphids. Use organic methods to protect your crop, such as insecticidal soap or natural predators.