Growing corn in a backyard garden can be an excellent choice for several reasons:
Enjoy Corn’s Fresh Flavor: Homegrown corn tastes significantly better than store-bought, as it can be harvested at peak ripeness. The sugars in corn begin to convert to starch shortly after picking, so the fresher, the sweeter.
Fun for the Whole Family: Growing corn can be an educational and fun experience for families, especially for children who can watch the tall plants grow and harvest ears directly from the stalk. These benefits make corn an attractive addition to a backyard garden, especially if space and climate are suitable for this sun-loving crop.
Choose from Many Corn Varieties: Backyard gardeners can grow specialty varieties that aren't available in grocery stores, like heirloom or colorful varieties such as glass gem or sweet white corn.
