Overview

Cultivate a piece of history in your garden with our premium Hickory King White Corn Seeds. This beloved heirloom variety is renowned for its large, flavorful white kernels, making it an excellent choice for a variety of culinary uses. Whether you’re aiming to grind your own cornmeal for baking, prepare traditional hominy, or simply enjoy sweet, fresh corn right off the cob, these organic heirloom corn seeds deliver exceptional quality and taste. Our non-GMO corn seeds ensure a natural, wholesome harvest, free from genetic modification, allowing you to grow food with confidence and pride. Experience the satisfaction of nurturing a plant from seed to harvest, providing your family with nutritious and delicious corn.

The Hickory King White Corn Seeds offer a vigorous growth habit, producing sturdy stalks and impressive ears. This open-pollinated variety ensures that you can save seeds from your harvest year after year, preserving a valuable gardening tradition. Ideal for home gardeners and small-scale farmers alike, these seeds are a testament to sustainable and organic growing practices. Embrace the taste of authentic, old-fashioned corn with this reliable and productive heirloom.

Key Benefits

Our Hickory King White Corn Seeds provide numerous advantages for the enthusiastic gardener and discerning cook:

• Versatile Culinary Use: The large white kernels are perfect for making cornmeal, hominy, and grits, offering a staple for many traditional dishes. You can also enjoy this corn fresh, though it is primarily a dent corn variety.
• Organic & Non-GMO: Grow with peace of mind knowing these are organic heirloom corn seeds, cultivated without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers and free from genetic modification.
• Heirloom Quality: Preserve a piece of agricultural history with these open-pollinated seeds, known for their consistent performance and true-to-type characteristics across generations.
• Robust Growth: This variety produces strong, tall stalks that are relatively resistant to common corn diseases, leading to a more successful harvest.
• Adaptable: While preferring warmer climates, Hickory King White Corn Seeds are known for their adaptability to various growing conditions, making them a reliable choice for many regions.
• Excellent Flavor Profile: Enjoy the authentic, rich corn flavor that modern hybrids often lack, perfect for a wide range of recipes.
• Seed Saving: As an open-pollinated heirloom, you can easily save seeds from your harvest to plant in subsequent seasons, fostering self-sufficiency.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Growing Hickory King White Corn Seeds is a rewarding experience with proper care. Corn thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Choose a location with well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. A soil pH between 6.0 and 6.8 is ideal. Before planting, amend your soil with compost or well-rotted manure to provide essential nutrients. Plant seeds directly into the garden after the last frost, when soil temperatures consistently reach 60°F (15°C) or higher. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep and 6 inches apart in rows, with rows spaced 30-36 inches apart. For best pollination and yield, plant corn in blocks of at least four rows rather than a single long row.

Consistent watering is crucial, especially during tasseling and silking, which are critical periods for ear development. Aim for about 1 inch of water per week, either from rain or irrigation. Avoid overhead watering late in the day to minimize fungal issues. Fertilize your Hickory King White Corn Seeds crop with a balanced organic fertilizer when plants are about 8-12 inches tall, and again when tassels begin to emerge. Keep the area around your corn plants free of weeds, as weeds compete for nutrients and water. Watch out for common pests like corn earworms and stalk borers; organic pest control methods can be employed if necessary. Harvest when the silks turn brown and dry, and the kernels are plump and milky when punctured. These hominy corn seeds are ready for a bountiful harvest.

Size & Details

Each package contains 1 pound of premium Hickory King White Corn Seeds. This quantity is generally sufficient for planting a sizable garden patch, yielding a generous harvest of this versatile heirloom corn. The seeds are carefully selected to ensure high germination rates and robust plant development. Plants typically grow 8-10 feet tall, producing 1-2 ears per stalk, each ear measuring approximately 8-10 inches long. This variety is known for its strong stalks and excellent standability. As an annual vegetable, the life cycle completes within one growing season, typically maturing in about 90-100 days from planting. The seeds are packaged to maintain viability, ensuring you receive fresh, ready-to-plant material for your garden. This is a robust variety, perfect for those seeking reliable flour corn seeds.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this corn get? A: Hickory King White Corn Seeds typically produce plants that grow 8-10 feet tall, with sturdy stalks that can withstand various weather conditions. Each stalk usually yields one to two ears of corn.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: This corn variety is an outdoor plant, requiring full sun and ample space to grow and pollinate effectively. It is not suitable for indoor cultivation.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: For optimal growth and yield, Hickory King White Corn Seeds need at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Choose the sunniest spot in your garden.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, this is considered an easy-to-grow variety, suitable for beginner gardeners. It requires consistent watering, proper spacing, and fertile soil to thrive.
• Q: Can I use this corn for hominy? A: Absolutely! Hickory King White Corn Seeds are specifically prized for their suitability in making hominy due to their large, starchy kernels. They are excellent hominy corn seeds.
• Q: When is the best time to plant these seeds? A: Plant these seeds directly into the ground after the danger of the last frost has passed and when soil temperatures are consistently above 60°F (15°C), typically in late spring or early summer.
• Q: What condition will the seeds arrive in? A: Your Hickory King White Corn Seeds will arrive as dry seeds, carefully packaged to maintain their viability and ensure successful germination when planted.
• Q: What kind of soil does this corn prefer? A: This corn prefers well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter. A soil pH between 6.0 and 6.8 is ideal for healthy growth.
• Q: Is this corn good for making flour? A: Yes, this variety is excellent for making cornmeal and flour. The kernels are perfect for grinding into a fine consistency for baking and cooking. These are reliable flour corn seeds.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: As an annual plant, Hickory King White Corn Seeds complete their life cycle within one growing season and will not survive winter temperatures. They are typically grown in USDA zones 3-10 during the warm season.