Corn Sugar Enhanced Kandy Korn is a non-GMO hybrid prized for exceptional sweetness, tender kernels, and a generous harvest. The vigorous plants grow approximately 7–7½ feet tall and produce 8-inch ears with 16 rows of golden-yellow kernels wrapped in distinctive red-striped husks. Burgundy stalks make this corn especially eye-catching in the garden, while the sugar-enhanced trait helps the ears stay sweet and tender longer after harvest. Ready in approximately 85–90 days, Kandy Korn is an excellent choice for fresh eating, freezing, and home garden harvests.

Germination Rate: 98%. Test Date: 08/25. TLM.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%.

Why Choose Kandy Korn Sweet Corn?

• Sugar-Enhanced Sweetness: Produces naturally sweet, tender kernels with a longer eating window than standard sweet corn.
• Golden 8-Inch Ears: Forms attractive ears with approximately 16 rows of juicy yellow kernels for fresh meals and preserving.
• Distinctive Burgundy Plants: Tall burgundy stalks and red-striped husks bring unusual color and visual interest to the garden.
• Reliable Hybrid Performance: Developed through controlled cross-pollination to provide consistent plant growth, ear development, and enhanced sweetness.
• Versatile Harvest: Enjoy fresh on the cob, cut kernels for freezing, or preserve the harvest for later meals.
• Productive Tall Plants: Vigorous plants reach approximately 7–7½ feet and reward good fertility, moisture, and pollination.
• Non-GMO Seeds: This hybrid was created through traditional controlled cross-pollination, not genetic modification.

Planting Tips for Success

• Sunlight: Plant in full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light each day.
• Soil: Choose fertile, well-drained soil with a pH near 6.0–6.8. Incorporate compost before planting.
• Planting Time: Direct sow after the last frost when soil temperatures reach approximately 60°F. Sow seeds 1–2 inches deep.
• Spacing: Plant seeds 4–6 inches apart in rows about 30–36 inches apart, then thin plants according to packet spacing. Use blocks of at least 4 rows for better pollination.
• Isolation: Keep Kandy Korn separated from other corn varieties by approximately 250 feet, or stagger planting dates, to reduce cross-pollination that can affect sweetness.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during tasseling and ear development. Provide approximately 1–1½ inches of water per week, adjusting for rainfall.
• Fertilizing: Corn is a heavy feeder. Apply balanced fertilizer at planting and side-dress with nitrogen when plants reach knee height and again around tasseling, following label directions.
• Harvesting: Harvest in approximately 85–90 days when silks are brown and dry and kernels release a milky juice when punctured. Eat or freeze soon after harvest for peak quality.

Why Choose David's Garden Seeds®?

• Veteran-Owned Business: David's Garden Seeds® is a veteran-owned business dedicated to providing quality seeds and practical growing inspiration.
• GO TEXAN Certified: David's Garden Seeds® is a member of the GO TEXAN agriculture program, supporting Texas agriculture and local communities.
• Safe Seed Integrity Pledge: We stand behind the Safe Seed Integrity Pledge and our commitment to quality, non-GMO seed products.
• Great Customer Service: Our team is here to help you choose seeds, understand planting details, and get the most from your garden.
• Vegetable Seed License: David's Garden Seeds® has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.

Cooking Methods

• Fresh on the Cob: Steam or boil ears briefly and serve with butter, herbs, or a light seasoning to showcase the natural sweetness.
• Grilled: Grill ears in their husks over medium heat, turning occasionally, for smoky flavor and lightly caramelized kernels.
• Frozen: Blanch ears, cool them in ice water, cut the kernels from the cob, and freeze in airtight containers for later meals.
• Canned: Preserve whole-kernel corn using a tested pressure-canning method and follow current food-safety directions.
• Sautéed: Cut kernels from the cob and sauté with butter, garlic, herbs, peppers, or onions for a quick side dish.
• Chowder and Soups: Add fresh or frozen kernels to chowders, soups, casseroles, and skillet meals for sweetness and texture.

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Nutritional Information

Applies to harvested sweet corn kernels, not planting seeds. Per 1 medium ear, approximately 90 grams cooked.

• Calories: Approximately 99 calories.
• Total Fat: Approximately 1.5 grams.
• Sodium: Approximately 15 milligrams.
• Total Carbohydrate: Approximately 21 grams.
• Dietary Fiber: Approximately 2.4 grams.
• Total Sugars: Approximately 6.8 grams.
• Protein: Approximately 3.5 grams.
• Vitamin C: Approximately 6.2 milligrams.
• Folate: Approximately 36 micrograms, 9% Daily Value.
• Potassium: Approximately 270 milligrams, 6% Daily Value.

Important Disclosures

• Hybrid Seed Note: Kandy Korn is a non-GMO hybrid created through controlled cross-pollination. Saved seed will not reliably reproduce the parent variety, so new seed is recommended for consistent results.
• Isolation Note: Separate from other corn varieties or stagger planting dates to help avoid cross-pollination that can reduce sweetness.
• Harvest Timing: Sugar-enhanced corn is best harvested promptly and eaten or frozen soon after harvest for peak sweetness.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. An airtight container helps protect viability.
• Planting Zones: Sweet corn is a warm-season crop. Plant after frost danger has passed and consult local planting guidance for your area.

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