- Developed for an early harvest, 12 rows of kernals, tenderness, and better sweetness than other types of corn the Golden Bantam 12 variety has a vibrant golden color that can tolerate dry climates.
Corn Seeds - Sweet - Golden Bantam 12
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80-85 Days to maturity. Zea mays. Golden Bantam 12Corn Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, Sweet Corn. Suitable for growing in garden plots or raised beds. Corn tolerates heat and drought-prone regions. The Golden Bantam variety of corn seeds is known for its vibrant, golden color. The stalks provide five to six inch long ears, and can tolerate dry temperatures. Corn seed may be saved after harvest for planting in subsequent years. This hardy variety has 5 to 6 inch ears of good quality for an open pollinated sweet corn. Equally suited for freezing and fresh-eating. ~115 seeds/oz.
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How to Grow Golden Bantam Corn from Seed
Corn is a hardy full sun grass performing best when sown directly outdoors after the final spring frost. Plant 2-3 seeds 1-2" deep and 3-4" apart in loose, Organically rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 5.8-6.2. Germinates in 7-14 days, thinning out best starts to every 12" once true leaves establish. Avoid overhead watering by watering soil directly.
To prevent cross-pollination from altering a corn crop, keep like varieties with like varieties (SU with SU, SE with SE, SH2 with SH2, and ORNAMENTAL with ORNAMENTAL). Check individual seed packet to know whether a variety is Sugary (SU), Sugary Enhanced (SE), Supersweet (SH2), or Ornamental.
When choosing a site in your garden, keep the sun in mind; these tall stalks have potential to block the sunlight from other plants. While growing, the crops will need one to one and a half inches of water.
Golden Bantam 12 Corn in the Vegetable Garden
Corn is an ancient wild grass and effortless, nearly foolproof summertime staple. Often known as the "cob" or "ear", the edible portion is actually the ripened flower, with the individual kernels in the husk each containing a seed for future propagation. Although sweet corn is the most popular variety, garden corn comes in a variety of flavors and colors including stunning and unique ornamental varieties such as Glass Gem, Blue Hopi, and Earth Tones Dent.
Harvesting Golden Bantam Corn
Most varieties of corn are ready to harvest about 75 days from sowing. Unlike other garden favorites, corn only fruits once. Ears are ripe once they turn dark green, silks become brown, and kernels are plump. Test ripeness by squeezing kernels for a milk-like juice. To harvest, firmly pull the ear downwards while twisting.
When the kernels are firm, the ear is ripe. To harvest, firmly pull the ear downwards while twisting. The unhusked ears can be kept in the fridge for up to one week.
About Golden Bantam 12 Corn Garden Seeds
This is an improved selection from the original 8-row golden bantam corn.
It has all the wonderful characteristics of the original golden bantam and then some!
Sweet golden yellow 7-8" ears. (Original 8-row has 5-7" ears). 10-14 rows. (Original has 8 rows)
Improved to stay tender longer, have longer ears and more evenly spaced broad kernels.
2 corn ears per stalk. Grows 7-8 feet tall.
Tolerant of tight spacing and dry conditions.
Can be frozen right on the stalk or made into cream corn.
Golden Bantam 12 Corn Seeds Per Package:
- 20 g - Packet - Approx 81 Seeds
- 1 oz- Packet - Approx 115 Seeds
- 4 oz - Wholesale - Approx 460 Seeds
- 1 lb - Wholesale - Approx 1,840 Seeds
- 5 lb - Bulk - Approx 9,200 Seeds
- 25 lb - Bulk - Approx 46,000 Seeds
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Basic Info
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Latin Name: | Zea mays |
| Golden Bantam Corn Color: | Yellow |
| Golden Bantam Corn Flavor: | Sugary (su) - A subcategory of sweet corn that is closest to 'old fashioned' corn on the cob flavor. Sugars convert to starch soon after picking, so best enjoyed freshly picked. |
Growing Info
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zone: | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Annual: Not Intended to Overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 80-85 |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Germination Temperature: | 60-95 °F (16-35 °C) |
| Seeding Depth: | 1.5-2 inches |
| Plant Spacing: | 10-15 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 24-36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 96-108 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| Soil Preference: | Loose, loamy, Organic, well-drained |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
| Machine Harvest Friendly: | Yes |
Other Info
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Direct Sow: | Yes |
| Corn Type: | Sweet - Sweet Corn is the most popular corn for eating as corn on the cob or corn niblets. It has a high sugar content and is best enjoyed when picked a little early before the sugars turn to starch. This is your classic barbeque and picnic summer corn. |
| Plant Width: | 8-12 inches |
| Growth Speed: | Mid - Ready for harvest around 80-90 days from direct sowing to harvesting ripe ears of corn. |
| Pests and Diseases: | No serious pests but watch for aphids, flea beetles, thrips. Water soil directly to avoid saturating stalks. |
| Special Use: | Canning or Freezing - This variety may be stored by canning or freezing to be used throughout the year. |
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