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, it’s 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 15°C 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.
