Sweetcorn F1 Silver Thunder

Approximately 10 Seeds

A mid-season super sweet (sh2) variety that produces medium sized, white cobs, which are typically 20cm in length, with 16-18 rows of grains per cob. Exceptionally tender with sweet flavour. Medium height to plant.

• Ensure the growing location has good drainage and enough humus to ensure the ground will not dry too quickly.
• Sow in early spring under cover in 3in pots 1in deep for the earliest crop at a minimum temp of 50F, warmth will aid germination rates.  Harden off before planting out.  Alternatively sow directly outside in late spring allowing 18in between plants and 18in between rows.
• Sweet corn must be planted in blocks, not as a single row to ensure good pollination.
• Cover any roots that appear at the base with mulch or old compost to retain moisture.
• Do not allow the crop to dry out during hot weather whilst flowering.
• Each plant will produce 1-2 cobs, test for ripeness when the silks have turned chocolate brown.
• A creamy liquid should come from the grains when squeezed, when fully ripe.