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Golden Bantam 12 Sweet Corn – Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds

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Sweet, Golden, and Packed with Old-Fashioned Flavor — Golden Bantam 12 Is a Home Garden Classic

This improved heirloom delivers tender, flavorful yellow kernels on sturdy stalks — perfect for fresh eating, freezing, or roasting.



Why You’ll Love It

Golden Bantam 12 Sweet Corn is an updated version of the original 1902 favorite, bred for larger ears and more tender kernels while preserving its classic sweet corn flavor. This open-pollinated variety thrives in home gardens, producing 6–7 inch ears of golden-yellow corn on compact, sturdy plants. Enjoy it fresh off the cob or preserve it to savor all year long — this corn tastes just like summer.



Plant Characteristics

Height: 5–6 feet tall

Growth Habit: Upright with strong stalks and good root anchoring

Ear Type: 6–7 inch ears with 12–14 rows of golden kernels

Days to Maturity: 75–85 days

Hardiness: Warm-season annual



Flavor and Culinary Uses

Flavor: Rich, old-fashioned corn sweetness with full flavor and tender bite

Culinary Uses: Perfect for grilling, boiling, freezing, or cutting off the cob for chowders and casseroles. Best enjoyed fresh for maximum sweetness.



Companion Planting Tips

Good Companions: Beans, squash, cucumbers, and melons (great in Three Sisters planting)

Avoid Planting Near: Other corn varieties unless spacing or timing is managed to avoid cross-pollination

Bonus Benefit: Tall stalks can provide natural support for climbing beans or act as a windbreak for smaller plants



Common Issues and Solutions

Poor Pollination: Plant in blocks rather than rows to ensure even pollination from wind

Corn Earworms: Inspect ears regularly and use organic sprays or barrier methods like applying a drop of oil to silk tips

Slow Growth in Cool Soil: Wait until soil temps reach 60°F+ before planting for strong germination



Seeds Per Packet

5g Approximately 20
10g Approximately 40
20g Approximately 80
25g Approximately 100

 

Golden Bantam 12 Sweet Corn – Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds
Golden Bantam 12 Sweet Corn – Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds
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