Golden Bantam 8-row Sweet Corn

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Golden Bantam 8-row is an open-pollinated variety bred in the 1890's by William Chambers and introduced by W. Altee Burpee in 1902. Its small 5-inch ears were originally selected t o fit neatly into a side plate at the roadside inns where Chambers sold his produce. Upon introduction by Burpee, Golden Bantam skyrocketed in popularity, earning a place for "sugar" corn on the American dinner table. It remained the most popular variety for nearly 30 years. Compact 5-foot-tall plants consistently produce two ears. Not as sweet as the super sugary hybrids today, but still delicious, especially when harvested at its peak (21 days after pollination). 80 days to harvest. Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds. Show more