Corn: Sweetcorn ‘Stowell’s Evergreen’ Seed
One of the oldest sweet corn varieties still in production, kernels are white, tender and sweet, very long shelf life makes it a leading white sweet corn type for home and market gardeners, delicious boiled or grilled with butter and salt, perfect for canning, and freezing. Full sun, rich, well-draining soil, relatively drought-tolerant, at least two applications of high-nitrogen fertilizer during the growing season are necessary for a satisfactory yield. Sow seeds 15 to 20 cm apart. Continuously plant corn every 2 weeks from August until end of January for a continual Sweetcorn crop all summer.
100 seeds
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Sweetcorn 'Stowell's Evergreen'
Stowell's Evergreen is a classic heirloom sweetcorn variety that has been cherished by gardeners for generations. Known for its exceptional sweetness, tender kernels, and long harvesting window, this variety produces large ears packed with creamy white kernels. Unlike many other sweetcorn varieties, the ears remain tender and sweet for longer after maturing, making harvesting less time-sensitive. It is perfect for fresh eating, grilling, boiling, freezing, and preserving.
Days to Harvest: 85–100 days
Growing Instructions:
- Sow seeds directly into the garden.
- Plant seeds 2–3 cm deep and 20–30 cm apart.
- Space rows 60–90 cm apart.
- Plant in blocks of several short rows rather than a single long row to improve pollination.
- Choose a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, especially during tasseling and ear development.
- Feed with compost or a balanced fertilizer for best yields.
- Harvest ears when the silks turn brown and kernels release a milky liquid when punctured.
- Pick regularly for the sweetest flavour.
A reliable heirloom sweetcorn that produces delicious, tender ears with outstanding flavour and an extended harvest period. An excellent choice for home gardens and fresh summer meals.
