Country Gentleman White Sweet Corn (Zea mays)
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$9.75
Since its white kernels are arranged irregularly rather than in rows, Country Gentleman is one of the most unusual sweet corns available. Its alternative name, Shoe-peg, comes from the deep and narrow kernels. It is a much larger version of an old variety that was established around 1890 in the...
Since its white kernels are arranged irregularly rather than in rows, Country Gentleman is one of the most unusual sweet corns available. Its alternative name, Shoe-peg, comes from the deep and narrow kernels. It is a much larger version of an old variety that was established around 1890 in the Connecticut River Valley. It can produce three or more ears per stalk in fertile soils.
Botanical Name : Zea mays
Common name : Country Gentleman White Sweet Corn
Size at maturity : 8’’
Days to maturity : 92
Light requirement : Full
Planting time : Warm season
Sowing method : direct sow
Planting depth : 1”
Plant spacing : 5”-6”
Ships : Year-round
Average seeds per ounce : Approx. 150