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Silver and Gold
CornZea mays 'Silver and Gold'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 78 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 8" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–6.8
Overview
A stunning bicolor sweet corn that delivers the best of both worlds with alternating white and yellow kernels on each ear. This reliable variety produces consistently sweet, tender kernels with excellent eating quality that makes it a favorite for fresh eating and freezing. The attractive appearance and dependable performance make it perfect for home gardeners who want both beauty and flavor in their corn patch.
Planting
Direct sow after soil reaches 60°F and all danger of frost has passed. Plant in blocks for proper pollination.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–6.8. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Corn earworm, European corn borer, corn rootworm, armyworms. Common diseases: Northern corn leaf blight, southern corn rust, common smut, bacterial wilt.