Discovering the Perfect Timing for Sweetcorn Harvest: Learn the Top Two Signs for Juicy and Delicious Cob
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Garden enthusiasts, rejoice! It's sweetcorn harvest season, and we're here to help you get the juiciest and most delicious ears of corn from your garden.
Sweetcorn can be harvested in September, and there are two methods to determine if it's ready for picking: the tassel test and the kernel test.
The tassel test is simple. Just look at the top of the husk, and you'll find the tassels, or silks. When these silks have turned brown, started to shrivel, and gone brittle, it means the kernels have been pollinated and are ready to harvest. If a milky liquid oozes out when you squeeze the tassels, it's a sign that the corn is ripe.
On the other hand, the kernel test is a bit more hands-on. Peel back the husk slightly and press your thumbnail into a kernel. If a milky liquid oozes out, the corn is ready for harvest. If there's no liquid at all, the sweetcorn has been left too long. If the liquid is clear, the corn needs more time to ripen.
Sophie King, Gardens Editor, joined the team in June 2024, and she loves sharing growing hacks for every space, from herbaceous borders to balconies. She often looks for the latest garden trends to share with readers. This year, she's especially excited about freshly harvested sweetcorn, which is ideal for grilling food, especially on charcoal BBQs for an authentic smoky flavor.
To help you harvest sweetcorn, Secateurs like the WOLF-Garten Bypass Secateurs can be used. It's important to twist and tug the cobs firmly downwards, away from the stem, to ensure a clean harvest.
As for next year, why not try growing glass gem corn, which produces rainbow-colored cobs? It's an exciting challenge for any gardener!
Remember, sweet corn sugars start turning to starch as soon as it's picked, so for the sweetest taste, harvest it and cook it immediately. Happy harvesting!
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