Franchi Sementi Mais Sweetcorn Zuccherino Seeds

A heritage sweetcorn variety registered in 1902, known as Golden Bantam. This vigorous and productive mid-early plant produces deliciously sweet kernels, giving rise to its Italian name Zuccherino meaning Sugary.

Product Details

• Horticultural Name: Zea mays L. (Partim)

• Variety: Zuccherino (Golden Bantam)

• Seed Count: Approx. 55 seeds

• Pack Weight: 10g

• Plant Height: 150180cm

• Cob Length: Approx. 22cm

Key Features

• Heritage variety (registered 1902)

• Sweet, golden kernels

• Vigorous and productive plants

• Mid-early cropping

• Ideal for fresh summer eating

Sowing & Growing

• Sow: April June

• Harvest: August November

• Sow in blocks rather than single rows to aid pollination

• Grow in a sunny, sheltered position

• Pick cobs before fully ripe for maximum sweetness

A classic and reliable sweetcorn variety, perfect for gardeners who appreciate traditional flavour and strong garden performance.