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Country Gentleman Sweet Corn – Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds

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Creamy, Tender, and Uniquely Delicious — Country Gentleman Sweet Corn Is a Classic Heirloom with Old-Fashioned Flavor

This distinctive variety features white kernels in a shoepeg pattern and delivers sweet, milky flavor perfect for boiling, freezing, and summer meals.



Why You’ll Love It

Country Gentleman Sweet Corn is an heirloom treasure dating back to the 1800s, known for its rich flavor, creamy texture, and unique kernel formation. Unlike modern hybrids, it features tightly packed white kernels in a “shoepeg” (irregular) pattern rather than uniform rows. This corn has a higher sugar content than most open-pollinated varieties, making it a favorite for fresh eating, canning, and freezing. Ideal for home gardens and heirloom preservation, it grows tall and produces large ears bursting with old-fashioned sweetness.



Plant Characteristics

Height: 6–8 feet

Growth Habit: Upright with tall, sturdy stalks

Ear Type: Large, full ears with irregularly spaced white kernels

Days to Maturity: 85–95 days

Hardiness: Warm-season annual



Flavor and Culinary Uses

Flavor: Creamy, sweet, and rich with a tender bite

Culinary Uses: Best enjoyed fresh off the cob, boiled or steamed. Excellent for canning, freezing, and adding to chowders and casseroles.



Companion Planting Tips

Good Companions: Beans, squash, cucumbers, and sunflowers

Avoid Planting Near: Other corn varieties you don’t want to cross-pollinate

Bonus Benefit: Unique shoepeg kernel pattern makes this a beautiful and flavorful heirloom addition to summer gardens



Common Issues and Solutions

Uneven Kernels: Plant in blocks for better pollination — avoid long single rows

Poor Growth: Ensure full sun, rich soil, and consistent moisture during tasseling and ear formation

Pest Pressure (Corn Earworms): Use natural deterrents like neem oil or introduce beneficial insects



Seeds Per Packet

3g Approximately 27
5g Approximately 45
10g Approximately 90
15g Approximately 135

 

Country Gentleman Sweet Corn – Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds
Country Gentleman Sweet Corn – Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds
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