Hickory King Yellow Sweet Corn Seeds – Heirloom Flavor with Big, Bold Ears 🌽👑
Grow a piece of American farming history with Hickory King Yellow Sweet Corn Seeds. This legendary heirloom variety, first introduced in the late 1800s, is prized for its huge kernels, robust stalks, and versatile flavor—perfect for roasting, grinding, or even enjoying fresh when harvested young.
Known for its adaptability and strong performance in a variety of soils, Hickory King is a must-grow for gardeners, homesteaders, and heirloom seed collectors.
🌟 Key Features:
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Large, Golden Kernels – Perfect for roasting, hominy, grits, and cornmeal.
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Tall, Hardy Plants – Grows 10–12 feet tall with 8–9" ears.
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Old-Fashioned Sweetness – Rich flavor when harvested young, or dried for milling.
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Great for Grinding – A top choice for homemade cornmeal or grits.
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Heirloom & Non-GMO – Open-pollinated and grown true to tradition.
🌱 Planting Details:
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Days to Maturity: 85–95 days
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Planting Depth: 1–1.5"
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Spacing: 8–12" apart
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Sunlight: Full sun
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Pollination: Wind-pollinated – plant in blocks for best results
Whether you're after old-time flavor or planning your next batch of fresh-ground grits, Hickory King Sweet Corn delivers dependable performance, classic taste, and a bit of agricultural heritage.
Additional information
Size | Packet, 1 OZ, 1/4 LB, 1 LB, 5 LB |
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