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We ship to the United States, its territories and outlying islands. Returns are accepted within 30 days of receipt. Full warranty information can be found here.
We guarantee our seed to be fresh, vigorous, untreated, and true to variety.
Each packet is guaranteed through the year printed on the packet, plus one full additional growing year.
If your seeds fail to germinate, arrive damaged, or do not grow true to type, please contact us and we will make it right through replacement seed, store credit, or refund when appropriate.
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Open-pollinated varieties, perfect for seed saving.
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Zea mays
Golden Bantam Improved is, as the name suggests, an improved version of the original Golden Bantam variety first introduced by Burpee in 1902. Plants grow 6 to 7 feet tall and produce 7-inch-long ears that are packed with sweet, golden kernels. Golden Bantam Improved is an easy-to-grow variety with excellent flavor, particularly if the ears are picked at their peak freshness, which occurs about 21 days after pollination. The sweet kernels are well-suited for fresh eating, canning and freezing. We particularly like these old varieties for freezing because you don't end up with a bag half full of water when you thaw them. The residual starch does a great job of soaking up the water, creating a thick, creamy... More
Zea mays
Golden Bantam Improved is, as the name suggests, an improved version of the original Golden Bantam variety first introduced by Burpee in 1902. Plants grow 6 to 7 feet tall and produce 7-inch-long ears that are packed with sweet, golden kernels. Golden Bantam Improved is an easy-to-grow variety with excellent flavor, particularly if the ears are picked at their peak freshness, which occurs about 21 days after pollination. The sweet kernels are well-suited for fresh eating, canning and freezing. We particularly like these old varieties for freezing because you don't end up with a bag half full of water when you thaw them. The residual starch does a great job of soaking up the water, creating a thick, creamy consistency, which just seems right for those middle-of-winter meals. Golden Bantam Improved matures approximately 78 days after sowing. Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.
Zea mays
Golden Bantam Improved is, as the name suggests, an improved version of the original Golden Bantam variety first introduced by Burpee in 1902. Plants grow 6 to 7 feet tall and produce 7-inch-long ears that are packed with sweet, golden kernels. Golden Bantam Improved is an easy-to-grow variety with excellent flavor, particularly if the ears are picked at their peak freshness, which occurs about 21 days after pollination. The sweet kernels are well-suited for fre... read more
Zea mays
Golden Bantam Improved is, as the name suggests, an improved version of the original Golden Bantam variety first introduced by Burpee in 1902. Plants grow 6 to 7 feet tall and produce 7-inch-long ears that are packed with sweet, golden kernels. Golden Bantam Improved is an easy-to-grow variety with excellent flavor, particularly if the ears are picked at their peak freshness, which occurs about 21 days after pollination. The sweet kernels are well-suited for fresh eating, canning and freezing. We particularly like these old varieties for freezing because you don't end up with a bag half full of water when you thaw them. The residual starch does a great job of soaking up the water, creating a thick, creamy consistency, which just seems right for those middle-of-winter meals. Golden Bantam Improved matures approximately 78 days after sowing. Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.
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Corn performs best in soil that is well-drained, but also able to hold onto some moisture, as corn tends to use quite a bit of water during its active growth phase. Working in a healthy dose of well-composted manure in the fall will ensure that the rapidly growing plants receive adequate water and nutrition.
After danger of frost has passed and soil temps have reached 55 degrees, sow seeds 9-12" apart, 1" deep, in rows 24-36" apart. To maximize pollination use a paired row or square plot configuration. Under ideal conditions, germination will occur in 7-10 days.
Not recommended
Insect Pests
Biological controls such as Bacillus thuringiensis can be effecting in controlling common corn pests like corn borer and earworm. Aphids, Japanese beetles, and other hard-shelled insects can be controlled with a simple homemade insecticidal soap solution.
Diseases & Other Problems
Corn is susceptible to a number of plant diseases. Consult your local extension office to learn which diseases are most prevalent in your region. Crop rotation, tillage, and removal of plant debris are all effective tools in managing common corn diseases.
Sweet corn is ready to harvest approximately 21 days after pollination. At peak, the kernel tips should be rounded and glossy. Shelling corn can be harvested once the husks have dried and the kernels have sufficiently hardened. To test for maturity, pull back the husk and remove a kernel from the ear. If the tip at the base of the kernel breaks off to reveal a brown "abscission" layer, the ears are ready to harvest.
CONSIDERATIONS:
To maintain genetic diversity, save seed from at least 50 to 100 plants. If open-pollinated, plants should be isolated from other corn varieties by at least 1/4 mile. Otherwise, hand-pollination can be performed.
HARVESTING SEED:
Wait until ears have reached full maturity and the kernels cannot be pierced by your fingernail. Peel back the husk and harvest the ear by pulling down and twisting. Place in a mesh bag or basket and allow to continue to dry for two weeks. Shell ears using a manual corn shelling tool or tightly grip a gloved hand around the ear and twist to separate the kernels from the cob. Winnow to remove any chaff and store in an airtight container until ready to use.
SEED LONGETIVITY:
Corn seeds will maintain 50% viability for three years when stored in a cool, dark place.
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