Description
50 Seeds per pack
Country Gentleman – Sweet Corn – (A.K.A. Shoepeg Corn)
Days to Maturity: 83 – 100 Days
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Botanical Name: ( Zea mays)
Introduced in 1890 by Frank C. Woodruff of S. D. Woodruff & Sons in Orange, Connecticut, and the following year by Peter Henderson & Co. of New York, Country Gentleman quickly became a favorite among home gardeners and market growers alike. Frank Woodruff spent fourteen years selectively breeding this variety, perfecting its unique qualities. Unlike most corn, its creamy white kernels grow in an irregular, non-rowed pattern, a hallmark of “shoe peg” corn. It remained one of the most popular white sweet corn varieties for decades, prized for its exceptional flavor and versatility.
Stalks grow to an impressive 7-8 feet tall, often producing two to three, 7-8 inch, well-filled ears per plant. These unique shoepeg-style ears are packed with tender, sweet, and creamy kernels. The unique kernel arrangement gives this variety a distinctive texture, and are a new experience in fresh sweet corn fare. Additionally, its tall stalks serve as a natural trellis for beans and cucumbers in the garden. This late-season heirloom thrives in full sun and is a dependable variety among the heirloom sweet corns.
Country Gentleman is well suited for fresh eating, canning, and freezing. Whether enjoyed straight from the cob, steamed, or slathered with butter, its sweet and milky flavor makes every bite memorable. It freezes exceptionally well, bringing the taste of summer to even the coldest winter days. Fishermen have long recognized its value as superior corn bait. The sweet and delicious flavor of this variety make it a favorite for cream-style corn, as well. Regarded by old-timers as one of the finest roasting ears, it was later widely used for commercial canning as its popularity grew.
Rich in fiber, B vitamins, and essential minerals such as zinc, magnesium, copper, iron, and manganese, Country Gentleman provides both great taste and nutritional benefits. For those needing larger amounts, this variety is available in bulk quantities.
Disease Resistance: Corn Smut
Planting Instructions for Country Gentleman Non GMO Corn Seeds
Country Gentleman Non GMO Corn is a warm to hot season annual, sensitive to cool soil. Direct seed heirloom corn when soil reaches 65-70°F. Plant seeds 1- 2″ deep, 4-6″ apart, in rows 20-30″ apart, in full sun. Corn is wind pollinated, so plant in blocks of at least 4 rows. Germination should occur in 4 – 10 days in soil 65-85°F. When plants reach 4-5″ tall thin to 8-12″ apart.
FAQ:
What is the origin of Country Gentleman Non GMO Sweet Corn?
Country Gentleman Non GMO Sweet Corn was first introduced in 1890 by Frank C. Woodruff of S. D. Woodruff & Sons, based in Orange, Connecticut, and then a year later by Peter Henderson & Co. of New York.
What is unique about the appearance of Country Gentleman corn kernels?
This corn is a "shoe peg" type, meaning the creamy white kernels grow in an irregular pattern instead of in straight rows, which is a defining characteristic of this variety.
How tall does Country Gentleman corn grow, and how many ears does each stalk produce?
The stalks of Country Gentleman corn grow to about 7-8 feet tall, with each stalk typically producing up to three ears of corn.
What is the best way to use Country Gentleman corn, and does it freeze well?
Country Gentleman corn is excellent for making cream corn and can be frozen to enjoy during winter. It also works well for canning and freezing whole.
How does Country Gentleman corn fare against corn smut?
Country Gentleman Non GMO Sweet Corn has improved resistance to corn smut compared to earlier, smaller varieties of sweet corn, making it a robust option for growers.
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