One thing is clear in the Midwest — there is plenty of knowledge on growing corn around here. I’ve grown corn for the past few years with moderate success. Since I’m not growing acres of corn, I’ve had a number of stalks break in heavy winds (even with a 1 or 2 inch thick stalk).
I try a new variety of corn each year. Last year was Illini corn (again favoring the local variety). I’ve pulled the corn too early and I’ve waited too long and an animals has gotten to the corn before me. I thought corn was pretty easy to grow but I always run into a problem. Hopefully I’ll pay close attention and get a few good ears of corn this year.
It’s hard to tell from the photo below, but the seeds of corn are very white/light yellow. I’m curious what this will taste like.
Stowell's Evergreen Corn from Baker Creek
Stowell’s Evergreen Sweet Corn
This is among the oldest sweet corn that is still in production, predating 1949. It is still a favorite of many, producing tasty white kernels. The plants used to be pulled up when completely ripe, and hung upside-down in a cool pantry; the ears would last well into the winter, in a semi-fresh state. In 1873, the seeds sold for 25 cents per pint.
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