weet Corn Golden Bantam - Historic heirloom, organic seeds, heirloom

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Organic sweet corn ‘Golden Bantam’. Heirloom non-hybrid with deep sweet flavour. Reliable in cool climates. Certified organic EU seeds.

Classic heirloom sweet corn with outstanding old-fashioned sweetness.
Reliable and productive even in cooler European summers.

QUICK FACTS

• Certified organic (EU)

• Non-hybrid heirloom variety

• Open-pollinated, seed-saving friendly

• Non-GMO, untreated seeds

• Where to grow: outdoor beds, raised beds

• Sowing time: April under cover or May outdoors

• Harvest time: August–September

• Days to maturity: approx. 85–95 days

• Plant height: up to 150 cm

• Yield: 1–2 cobs per plant

• Pack size: see packet

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Golden Bantam is a historic heirloom sweet corn variety introduced around 1902 and still treasured for its rich, deep sweetness and dependable performance. Unlike many modern hybrids, it thrives in cooler conditions and produces robust plants reaching around 150 cm tall. Each plant typically bears one to two well-filled cobs with exceptional flavour that has kept this variety popular for over a century.

Grow sweet corn in a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained, humus-rich soil that retains moisture. For the earliest harvest, sow under cover in early spring in pots, then harden off before planting out. Alternatively, sow directly outdoors in late spring. Always plant sweet corn in blocks rather than single rows to ensure good pollination. Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering, and mulch around the base to retain moisture. Harvest when silks turn dark brown and kernels release a milky liquid when pressed.

MINI FAQ

Are these seeds certified organic?
Yes. These seeds are EU-certified organic, non-GMO and untreated.

Is Golden Bantam a hybrid variety?
No. This is a non-hybrid, open-pollinated heirloom variety suitable for seed saving.

Is this variety suitable for cooler climates?
Yes. Golden Bantam performs better in cooler conditions than many modern sweet corn varieties.

How do I ensure good pollination?
Plant sweet corn in blocks, not single rows, to improve wind pollination.

Do you ship across Europe?
Yes, we ship seeds throughout the European Union.

Packet 10 seeds