Freedom Corn - Quebec Seeds | Seigneurie Seeds

Ultra-early sweet corn, perfect for the Quebec climate!

Freedom Corn is an ultra-early variety producing 18-20 cm ears with sweet, tender, golden-yellow kernels. Grown at Semis de la Seigneurie, this corn offers an exceptionally sweet flavor and a crisp texture. It matures quickly (65-70 days), making it ideal for Quebec's short growing season. The compact plants reach 1.5 m in height and produce 1-2 ears per plant. Perfect for grilling, canning, and freezing.

Why choose Freedom Corn from Semis de la Seigneurie?

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

✅ Ultra-early – 65-70 days, perfect for northern climates

✅ Very sweet – Exceptional flavor

✅ Compact – 1.5 m, ideal for small gardens

✅ Reliable – Guaranteed production for short seasons

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 seeds 25-30 cm (10-12 in) apart in rows 75 cm (30 in). Sow in blocks (minimum 4 rows) for optimal pollination. Maturity: 65-70 days. Harvest: July-August when the silks turn brown.

Producer's advice

💚 Sow in blocks for pollination

🌽 Harvest when the silks turn brown

☀️ Essential warm floor (15°C+)

💧 Constant watering during ear formation

Culinary uses

Freedom Corn is perfect grilled, boiled, roasted, in salads, canned, frozen, in creamed corn, and in salsa. Its natural sweetness and crunchy texture make it the ultimate summer corn for all your BBQs!

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🌱 CULTURE

Direct seeding:

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

Plantation:

• Full sun (minimum 8 hours)
• Rich, well-drained soil, pH 6.0-7.0
• Enrich with compost
• Avoid sowing too early (cold soil = failure)

Interview :

• Regular watering, especially during ear formation
• Fertilize every 3 weeks
• Mound soil around the plants (for stability)
• Important weeding of young plants
• Monitor mature raccoons

Harvest :

• 65-70 days after sowing
• July-August in Quebec
• Signs of maturity:
• • Browned and dry silks
  • Milky grains under pressure
  • Filled ears of corn
• Harvest early in the morning (sweeter)
• Consume quickly (sugar → starch)

Adaptation to the Quebec climate:

✅ Ultra-early variety for short seasons

✅ Tolerates nighttime coolness

✅ Reliable production zone 4b

✅ Variety successfully tested in Quebec

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🌟 MAIN FEATURES

• Common name: Freedom Sweetcorn
• Botanical name: Zea mays var. saccharata
• Type: Annual
• Maturity: 65-70 days (ultra-early)
• Plant height: 1.5 m
• Ear size: 18-20 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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💡 SUGGESTIONS FOR USE

In the kitchen:

• 🔥 BBQ Grilled – Summer Classic
• 🍲 Boiled – Simple and delicious
• 🥘 Oven roasted – Perfect caramelization
• 🥗 Salads – Crisp Freshness
• 🥫 Preserves – Creamed Corn
• ❄️ Frozen – Shelled or whole ears
• 🌮 Salsa – Sweet Flavor
• 🍜 Soups – Corn Chowder

Preparation :

• Boiled: 5-7 minutes in boiling water
• Grilled: 10-15 minutes, turn regularly
• To remove the kernels: cut along the ear of corn with a knife
• Butter and salt = perfection

Conservation :

• Refrigerator: 2-3 days (wrapped in leaves)
• Blanch and freeze: up to 12 months
• Best consumed on harvest day
• Sugar is quickly converted into starch