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Growing Golden Halo Hybrid Sweet Corn in the Vegetable Garden
Direct sow only after the last frost when the soil is warm, planting seeds 1 inch deep and 4-6 inches apart. Sow in blocks instead of single rows to improve pollination, then thin seedlings to 8-12 inches apart with 30-36 inches between rows.
Golden Halo corn performs best with steady moisture and balanced fertility through tasseling and ear fill. To maintain sweetness and eating quality, isolate from other corn types by distance or by timing plantings so pollen shed does not overlap.
Harvesting of Golden Halo Hybrid Sweet Corn
Harvest when silks are brown and dry, and kernels release a milky juice when pierced. Pick early for peak sweetness, then cool quickly after harvest to help preserve flavor and crisp texture.
About Golden Halo Hybrid Sweet Corn Garden Seeds
Golden Halo is a Nirvana Series augmented supersweet (sh2i) hybrid bred for improved emergence and dependable performance. Uniform 8-inch ears develop 16-18 rows of bright yellow kernels with strong husk coverage and higher ear placement for easier picking.
Enjoy it fresh on the cob, cut kernels for salads and salsas, or blanch and freeze for peak flavor later.
Tips From Our Gardeners
Plant sweet corn in blocks and water deeply once tassels appear. Consistent moisture during silking helps fill ears to the tip, and harvesting early in the day helps lock in sweetness.
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- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer
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Golden Halo Hybrid Sweet Corn Seeds Per Package:
- 50 Seed Packet
- 500 Seeds - Bulk
- 5,000 Seeds - Bulk
- 25,000 Seeds - Wholesale
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Basic Info
| Latin Name: |
Zea mays
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| Corn Type: |
Sweet - Sweet Corn is the most popular corn for eating as corn on the cob or corn niblets. It has a high sugar content and is best enjoyed when picked a little early, before the sugars turn to starch. This is your classic barbecue and picnic summer corn. |
| Golden Halo Hybrid Sweet Corn Color: |
Yellow kernels |
| Golden Halo Hybrid Sweet Corn Flavor: |
Supersweet (sh2i), crisp, and juicy with excellent texture for fresh eating. |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: |
Annual 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Days to Maturity: |
75 |
| Days to Germination: |
7-14 |
| Seeding Depth: |
1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: |
8-12 inches |
| Row Spacing: |
30-36 inches |
| Plant Height: |
72-84 inches |
| Growth Habit: |
Upright |
| Soil Preference: |
Rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; pH 6.0 to 6.8. |
| Temperature Preference: |
Warmer 70-95 F |
| Light Preference: |
Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: |
Yes |
| Start Indoors: |
No |
| Plant Width: |
12-18 inches |
| Deer Resistant: |
No |
| Germination Temperature: |
60-95 F |
| Pests and Diseases: |
Protect ears from corn earworm and birds with timely harvest and good husk coverage. Rotate plantings, keep weeds down, and avoid stressing plants during tasseling and silking. |
| Special Use: |
Canning or Freezing - This variety may be stored by canning or freezing for use throughout the year. |
| Machine Harvest Friendly: |
Yes |