Sweet Corn
True Gold Sweet Corn is a classic open-pollinated variety that delivers golden kernels bursting with sweetness in just 70 to 80 days. This mid-season corn grows to a sturdy 60 to 84 inches tall, making it substantial enough to create natural garden screens while still managing well in most spaces. Direct sow it into warm soil after your last frost when temperatures reach at least 60°F, and you'll have fresh corn ready for the table by midsummer.
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True Gold shines as a reliable, full-sun performer that doesn't demand coddling. Its 70 to 80-day maturity makes it perfect for gardeners who want corn without waiting until late fall, and the tall plants create impressive visual presence while still remaining manageable. The variety's straightforward growing requirements, just consistent moisture, full sun, and proper spacing, mean even newer gardeners can succeed, while its proven track record keeps experienced growers coming back year after year.
True Gold Sweet Corn is grown for fresh eating, boiled or grilled straight from the stalk, and works beautifully in corn salads, chowders, and summer side dishes. The kernels are tender enough for raw nibbling when harvested at peak ripeness, making it especially popular for farmers market sales and home table use.
Corn roots are extremely sensitive to transplanting, so starting True Gold indoors is not recommended. If you must start indoors, keep seedlings under 2 weeks old before transplanting to minimize root disturbance.
Direct sow True Gold outdoors one to two weeks after your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 60°F and ideally between 65 and 90°F for optimal germination. Plant seeds 1 to 1.5 inches deep.
Harvest True Gold sweet corn when the ears feel full and plump, the silks have turned brown and dried, and kernels release a milky juice when pierced with a fingernail. This typically occurs around 70 to 80 days after sowing. Pick ears in early morning when sugar content is highest, twisting them sharply downward and away from the stalk. Use harvested corn within hours or refrigerate immediately for best sweetness and texture.
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