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Sugar Dots
Corn
CornZea mays 'Sugar Dots'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 78 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 10" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–6.8
Overview
A unique and eye-catching bicolor corn that produces stunning ears with purple and white kernels creating a polka-dotted appearance. This synergistic variety combines the visual appeal of ornamental corn with genuine sweet corn eating quality, making it perfect for gardeners who want something truly special. The purple kernels add antioxidants while maintaining excellent flavor and tenderness.
Planting
Direct sow after soil reaches 60°F. Isolate from other corn varieties to maintain color pattern. Plant in blocks for good pollination.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–6.8. Space plants 10" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Corn earworm, armyworm, corn rootworm, raccoons attracted to sweet kernels. Common diseases: Northern corn leaf blight, common rust, Stewart's wilt.