Golden Bantam Corn - Quebec Seeds | Les Semis de la Seigneurie

Legendary heritage corn, with an incomparable sweet flavor!

Golden Bantam Corn is a classic heirloom variety (1902) producing 6-7 inch ears with sweet, flavorful, golden-yellow kernels. Grown at Semis de la Seigneurie, this corn offers an authentic, rich flavor superior to modern hybrids. It matures in 75-80 days and produces compact plants up to 5 ft tall. This hardy variety is well-suited to the Quebec climate. Perfect for lovers of heritage varieties.

Why choose Golden Bantam Corn from Semis de la Seigneurie?

✅ Seeds produced in Quebec – Suitable for zone 4b+, without chemical pesticides

✅ Heritage variety – Classic since 1902

✅ Authentic flavor – Rich and sweet taste

✅ Compact – 1.5 m, ideal for small gardens

✅ Rugged – Reliable and durable

Culture in Quebec (zone 4b and above)

Sow directly in the garden after all risk of frost has passed (late May-early June) when the soil temperature reaches 15°C (59°F). Full sun, rich soil. Space 25-30 cm (10-12 in) apart in rows 75 cm (30 in). Sow in clumps for pollination. Maturity 75-80 days. Harvest in August when the silks turn brown.

Producer's advice

💚 Heritage variety to preserve

🌽 Superior flavor to hybrids

☀️ Compact plants = space saving

💧 Harvest at peak ripeness

Culinary uses

Golden Bantam Corn is perfect grilled, boiled, roasted, in salads, canned, and frozen. Its rich, authentic flavor is reminiscent of corn from yesteryear. Ideal for purists who seek the true taste of corn!

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🌱 CULTURE

Direct seeding:

• After the last frost (late May-early June)
• Floor heated to a minimum of 15°C
• Depth: 2-3 cm
• Spacing: 25-30 cm
• Rows: 75 cm
• Sow in blocks (minimum 4 rows)

Plantation:

• Full sun (minimum 8 hours)
• Rich, well-drained soil, pH 6.0-7.0
• Enrich generously with compost
• Adaptable heritage variety

Interview :

• Regular, constant watering
• Fertilize every 3 weeks
• Mound the plants
• Important weed control
• Monitor mature pests

Harvest :

• 75-80 days after sowing
• August in Quebec
• Signs of maturity:
• • Browned silks
  • Milky grains under pressure
  • Filled ears of corn
• Harvest early in the morning
• Consume quickly (best flavor)

Adaptation to the Quebec climate:

✅ Fast maturing for a short season

✅ Hardy and adaptable variety

✅ Reliable production zone 4b

✅ Variety tested for generations

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🌟 MAIN FEATURES

• Common name: Golden Bantam Sweetcorn
• Botanical name: Zea mays var. saccharata
• Type: Annual, heritage variety (1902)
• Maturity: 75-80 days
• Plant height: 1.5 m
• Ear size: 15-18 cm
• Color: Golden yellow grains
• Number of ears: 1-2 per plant
• Spacing: 25-30 cm, rows 75 cm
• Hardiness zone: Annual, zone 4b and above
• Seed origin: Produced in Quebec by Les Semis de la Seigneurie
• Free from chemical pesticides

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💡 USAGE SUGGESTIONS

In the kitchen:

• 🔥 BBQ Grilled – Smoky Flavor
• 🍲 Boiled – Perfect simplicity
• 🥘 Oven roasted – Caramelized
• 🥗 Salads – Authentic taste
• 🥫 Preserves – Family Tradition
• ❄️ Frozen – Flavor preserved
• 🍜 Soups – Tasty Base
• 🌮 Mexican Dishes – Versatile

Preparation :

• Boiled: 6-8 minutes
• Grilled: 12-15 minutes
• Optimal flavor, freshly harvested
• Butter and salt are enough

Conservation :

• Refrigerator: 2-3 days
• Blanch and freeze: up to 12 months
• Best harvest day
• Heritage variety = authentic flavor