Corn Bodacious (75 Days) (SE)

75 DAYS
Zea mays

This delectable sweet corn variety truly lives up to its name! Producing uniform, supersweet cobs, the Bodacious corn boasts impressive 8 in. ears with 18 rows each, making it a standout in your garden. Highly praised by customers for its delightful taste and texture, its a popular choice for roadside sales and backyard gardens alike. Its sugar-enhanced profile means it retains remarkable flavour even after picking, making it a favourite among gardeners.

Size: Ears are approximately 8 in. long with a well-developed cob.

Yield: High yielding, with multiple cobs per plant, perfect for fresh eating and preserving.

Taste: Sweet and tender, with a rich flavour that varies with climate, ensuring a minimal bitter taste.

How to use: Ideal for fresh consumption, grilling, or in classic summer dishes; it can also be frozen for later enjoyment.

Planting tips: Sow when danger of hard frost has passed, in rows 36 in. apart, 1.5 in. deep with 3 seeds per 12 in. spacing. Prefers soil temperature of around 15C for optimal germination and grows best in fertile soil. Fertilize every 10 days until harvest for best results.

Harvest tips: Harvest when ears are firm and kernels are full, ensuring to check for sweetness before picking.