Johnny's Selected Seeds American Dream Corn Seed
Best gourmet bicolor variety for home gardeners seeking maximum sweetness.
This bicolor hybrid offers a premium eating experience with exceptional tenderness and sweetness. It is a reliable, award-winning choice that produces tidy, well-filled ears with strong husk protection, making it a standout for fresh market growers.
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Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking the sweetest possible corn for fresh eating
- Small-scale growers looking to maximize their garden's productivity
- Gardeners in humid climates prone to fungal corn diseases
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners with limited space to separate different corn varieties
- Northern growers dealing with short seasons and cold spring soil
- Busy hobbyists who cannot monitor their garden daily for ripeness
Performance breakdown
Flavor Profile
Consistently sweet and tender kernels set the standard for fresh corn.
Marketability
Uniform, attractive ears perform exceptionally well for farm stand sales.
Adaptability
Robust genetics allow this variety to thrive across diverse growing conditions.
Harvest Protection
Strong husk coverage effectively shields developing ears from pests and damage.
Disease Resistance
Reliable defense against Northern Corn Leaf Blight ensures healthier crop yields.
Yield Consistency
Dependable performance makes this a safe bet for predictable seasonal harvests.
Key Specs
Latin Name
Zea mays
Days to Maturity
77 days
Disease Resistance
Northern Corn Leaf Blight (NCLB)
Hybrid Status
Hybrid (F1)
Seed Count
150 seeds (Packet)
Planting Depth
2.2 cm
Row Spacing
84 cm
Seed Spacing
16.5 cm
Treated Seed
Yes
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