Creamy kernels and backyard royalty!
Silver Queen is the crown jewel of sweet corn—tall, elegant, and bursting with tender, snowy-white kernels. A late-season favorite, it’s perfect for fresh eating, freezing, and grilling. If you love sweet corn that melts in your mouth, this one’s a must-grow.
Variety: Silver Queen Sweet Corn (Zea mays)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual
Height: 7–8 feet
Flavor Profile: Sweet, tender, and juicy
Color: Pure white kernels
Planting Conditions: Direct sow in full sun after last frost; prefers fertile, well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: Ears ready in 90–100 days
Uses: Fresh eating, grilling, freezing, and summer feasts
Fun Fact: Silver Queen is a farmers market favorite and often considered the gold standard of white sweet corn.
Silver Queen is the kind of corn that makes summer unforgettable. Toss it on the grill, boil it up for a buttery feast, or freeze it to savor that sweetness long after the season ends. Its creamy texture and delicate flavor make it a backyard favorite for gardeners who love to entertain—or just enjoy a quiet meal with a perfect ear of corn.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Corn thrives in full sun and nutrient-rich soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Plant 1 inch deep, 8–10 inches apart, in blocks to ensure proper pollination.
💧 Water Regularly: Keep soil moist, especially during ear development.
🌿 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 12 inches apart once seedlings are established.
🌽 Harvest: Pick when silks turn brown and ears feel full—peek inside to check for plump, milky kernels.
