Silver Queen sweet corn seeds - Vegetable Plant

Silver Queen sweet corn is a warm-season cereal crop grown for its tall stalks and uniform ear production. The plant develops upright stems with long leaves and produces ears during the growing season under suitable conditions. It performs well in warm climates with consistent sunlight and is best suited for garden beds or field planting in well-drained, fertile soil. This variety establishes steadily and grows to full height before producing mature ears.

Features

• Tall, upright growth with strong stalks
• Adapted to warm-season cultivation
• Produces uniform ears during the growing season
• Suitable for garden beds and field planting
• Requires full sunlight and adequate spacing

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Zea mays
• Common Name (US): Sweet Corn
• Seed Type / Variety: Silver Queen sweet corn variety
• Growth Habit: Upright annual grass
• USDA Zones: 3–11
• Planting Season: Late spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Summer
• Sowing Season: April–June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–10 days in warm soil (18–30°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate to high; consistent moisture required
• Mature Plant Size: 150–250 cm height, 30–60 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 20–30 cm