Corn 'Peaches & Cream'
Corn 'Peaches & Cream'
Corn 'Peaches & Cream'

Corn 'Peaches & Cream'

OSC Seeds

$2.99
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Experience the gold standard of sweet corn with this breathtaking bi-colour hybrid. Each plant stands tall and proud at 2 metres, producing beautifully shaped, 18 cm ears packed with up to 16 rows of mouth-watering, tender, and juicy kernels. The striking contrast of creamy white and sun-kissed yellow kernels makes these ears as beautiful on the stalk as they are on your dinner table.
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Seed Details

Difficulty:

Easy

Starting Method:

Direct Sow

Watering:

High

Days To Germinate:

7–14 Days

Life Cycle:

Annual

Light:

Full Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Peaches & Cream Sweet Corn, Bi-colour Sweet Corn.

Scientific Name:

Zea mays

Family Name:

Poaceae

Type:

Vegetable

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: 2 m (6.5') tall.
  • Growth Habit: Sturdy, upright stalks.
  • Seed/Plant Spacing: Sow seeds 10–15 cm (4–6") apart; thin to 20–30 cm (8–12") apart with rows 55–75 cm (22–30") apart.

Bloom / Harvest Info:

  • Bloom Time: High summer.
  • Bloom Colour: Yellow/tan tassels (pollen-producing flowers) and pale green/brown silks.
  • Days To Maturity: 70–75 days.
  • Days Till Harvest: Typically 70–75 days; cobs are ready when silks turn dark brown.

Garden Benefits:

  • Attracts: Wind-pollinated; provides tall structure and shade for smaller companion plants.
  • Uses: Fresh eating, steaming, roasting, and freezing; high sugar content makes it a favourite for kids.
  • Resistance: Reliable yield and sturdy stalks that resist lodging in moderate winds.
Care Guide

Growing Guide

Starting Instructions:

  • When: Direct sow in late May or early June after all danger of frost has passed and soil is warm.
  • Where: Sunny, wind-sheltered site with well-drained, fertile soil (pH 5.5 to 6.5).
  • How To Plant: Sow seeds 2.5 cm (1") deep in blocks of at least 3–4 rows to ensure proper wind pollination.

Germination:

Soil must be warmed to at least 18°C (65°F) for successful germination; sowing in cold, wet soil causes seed rot.

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Full Sun.
  • Moisture Requirements: High; requires even, frequent irrigation throughout the season, especially during flowering and when cobs begin to fill.
  • Frost Tolerance: Killed by frost; zero tolerance.

Tips For Success:

  • Pollination: Always plant in a square block rather than a single long row to ensure the wind can distribute pollen to the silks.
  • Watering: Consistent moisture is critical when the "ears" are forming to prevent poorly filled cobs.
  • Harvesting: Test for ripeness by piercing a kernel with your thumbnail; if the liquid is milky, it is ready.

Companion Plants:

Cucumbers, peas, pole beans, pumpkins, and squash (The "Three Sisters" method). Avoid planting near tomatoes.

Heritage / Special Notes:

This is a Sugary Enhanced (SE) Hybrid variety, meaning it stays sweet and tender longer after harvest than standard types.
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