Dwarf Sweet Corn
Blue Jade Dwarf Sweet Corn is a striking open-pollinated variety that brings both visual drama and exceptional sweetness to the garden. Its kernels transform from creamy white to a gorgeous steel blue as they ripen, creating ears that are as beautiful as they are delicious. The plants stay compact at just 4 feet tall, making them perfect for smaller spaces, and mature in 75 days. Each dwarf plant produces about two ears, and the flavor is genuinely impressive, this variety ranks among the best-tasting sweet corns available.
Full Sun
Moderate
2-10
48in H x 8in W
Annual
High
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What sets Blue Jade apart is the stunning color shift that signals peak ripeness. The kernels begin white and gradually turn steel blue, with the sweetest harvest coming just as they transition to that distinctive blue hue while still showing hints of light yellow. The dwarf growth habit, reaching only 48 inches, combined with exceptional sweetness makes this a variety worth seeking out, even if you've never grown colored corn before. When cooked, the kernels deepen to an even more dramatic blue, turning this corn into a conversation piece at the dinner table.
Blue Jade is grown primarily for fresh eating, where its sweetness and creamy texture shine brightest. The ears are best enjoyed shortly after harvest, when the sugars are at their peak. The striking blue color makes it an excellent choice for farmers markets and home table presentation, where the visual appeal draws as much attention as the flavor.
Direct sow Blue Jade seeds into the garden after the last frost date when soil has warmed. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep, spacing them 8 inches apart in rows 36 inches apart. Corn germinates best in soil that's at least 60°F, though warmer soil speeds sprouting.
Harvest Blue Jade at the peak moment when the kernels have just turned steel blue while still showing hints of light yellow, this is when the corn reaches its maximum sweetness. The ears should feel full and firm when squeezed gently. Pick by twisting and pulling the ear downward from the stalk. Eat the corn as soon as possible after harvesting, as the sugars begin converting to starch once the ear is picked. The kernels will deepen to a more dramatic blue when cooked.
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