Silver King Corn Heirloom Seeds (Zea mays) Robust white dent corn prized for roasting, flour, and traditional homestead harvests

Minimum: 25+ Seeds

Robust | Versatile | Homestead Favorite

Bring a piece of agricultural history to your garden with Silver King Corn, a vigorous white dent corn heirloom that has fed families for generations. Known for its large ears, robust plants, and adaptability, Silver King is prized for its versatility, perfect for roasting, grinding into flour, or traditional homestead harvests. With its strong stalks and reliable yields, this heirloom corn is a staple for gardeners and small farmers who value both productivity and heritage.

🌿 Why Grow Silver King Corn?

✔️ Heirloom Legacy – Time-tested variety with deep roots in traditional farming
✔️ Robust Growth – Tall, sturdy stalks with good disease tolerance
✔️ Versatile Use – Enjoy roasted on the cob, ground into cornmeal, or dried for storage
✔️ High Yields – Large ears packed with plump white kernels
✔️ Homestead Essential – A reliable food source for families and livestock

🌱 Product Details

• Botanical Name: Zea mays

• Plant Type: Warm-season annual, heirloom field corn

• Days to Maturity: 85–95 days

• Plant Height: 7–9 feet

• Ear Size: 8–9 inches long with 14–18 rows of white dented kernels

• Spacing: 8–12" apart; rows 30–36" apart (plant in blocks for pollination)

• Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily)

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil with organic matter

• Watering: Moderate, consistent moisture, especially during tasseling and ear fill

• Zones: USDA 3–11 (as an annual)

🌼 Growing Tips

• Plant after last frost when soil warms to at least 60°F.

• For best pollination, grow corn in blocks of 3–4 short rows rather than one long row.

• Side-dress with compost or balanced fertilizer when stalks reach 12" tall.

• Keep soil evenly moist, especially during silking and ear development.

• Harvest for fresh roasting when kernels are milky; leave to dry fully on stalks for grinding into flour.

🍴 Uses & Benefits

• Culinary: Roast fresh for smoky, sweet flavor or grind dried kernels for traditional cornmeal, tortillas, and baked goods.

• Homesteading: Dried kernels store well, providing long-term food security.

• Nutritional Value: Excellent source of carbohydrates, fiber, and essential minerals.

• Animal Feed: Dried kernels can also supplement poultry or livestock feed.

• Decorative: Handsome white dent kernels also make striking autumn displays.

🏡 Great For:

• Homestead gardens and self-sufficient living

• Traditional cooking and baking

• Long-term food storage and milling

• Large garden plots or small farms

• Fall harvest festivals and displays

✨ A True Homestead Classic

Our Silver King Corn Heirloom Seeds bring tradition, resilience, and versatility to your garden. Whether you roast it fresh, grind it into flour, or store it for the winter, this robust, white dent corn remains a cherished variety for gardeners who value both practicality and heritage.