Growing Sweet Corn

Generally, sw (normal endosperm) corn types are best for cold soils, but they have the least sugar. Generally, se/se, some se, and new complex combinations like Harris’
Sweet Breed have the best flavor, texture, aroma, and sugar content.

The sh2 types are not recommended for home gardens because isolation (to avoid crosspollination) can be a problem if other varieties of sweet corn are growing in the neighborhood. Also, many people consider the kernels of sh2 types too sweet and too crisp whether eaten fresh, canned, or frozen. These types were developed for long-distance shipping to supermarkets. However, for shortterm camping, hiking, or minivacation trips, sh2 types would hold acceptable quality the longest.

For more information, please see this Penn State Fact Sheet.

Penn State Horticulture Department

For more information on this subject, Please visit the College of Agricultural Sciences Publications Web site.

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