Sugar Pearls White Corn Seeds are our top pick for an early-season, high-quality sweet corn. This fast-growing, vigorous variety produces tender, pearly white kernels with a deliciously delicate, meltingly sweet flavor that stands out in any dish. Growing to just 5 to 5 1/2 feet tall, Sugar Pearl is the perfect choice for specialty markets, where exceptional taste is key. Bred for short or early-season growing, it ripens before most other white varieties, ensuring a sweet harvest early in the season. Plant in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun once the weather is warm and nighttime temperatures remain above 55°F (13°C). Sow seeds 1 inch deep, 4 to 6 inches apart, in blocks of at least 4 rows, 1 foot apart, to encourage good pollination. Thin seedlings to 1 foot apart, and protect from birds if needed. Make several sowings 2-3 weeks apart to ensure continuous harvests throughout the season. For best results, fertilize corn with compost or aged manure at planting and again when plants reach 7-8 inches tall, and once ears begin to form. Harvest when silks are dark brown but not dry, and kernels are plump and tender when pierced. With its sweetness holding strong even after harvest, Sugar Pearl is perfect for fresh eating or adding to your favorite recipes!