{"product_id":"burpee-illini-xtra-sweet-corn-seeds-200-seeds-sh2-hybrid","title":"Burpee Illini Xtra Sweet Corn Seeds – 200 Seeds (SH2 Hybrid)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGarden-fresh sweetness from Burpee Illini Xtra Sweet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarden-fresh sweet corn is summer’s easiest joy, and the Illini Xtra Sweet SH2 hybrid aims to deliver a reliably sweeter harvest. Expect crisp, tender kernels and sun-warmed ears that pair beautifully with butter, lime, or a sprinkle of sea salt. With each planting, you’re working toward a reliable row of 8-inch ears, set on tall, sturdy plants that reach about 72 inches in height and spread roughly 12 inches. From sowing to harvest, you can plan for about 85 days of patience and care in a sunny garden bed, with strong performance across growing zones 1–11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re new to growing corn or refining your home garden, this variety offers a flavorful, dependable option. The seeds are designed for straightforward cultivation, and many gardeners find that the crop stores well after picking, making it a good candidate for early-season freezing or later-use in cold dishes and salsas. It’s a plant that invites shared harvest moments with family and friends, from the first bite on a warm summer evening to the satisfaction of patience rewarded by a sweet, garden-to-table experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get in every packet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour times as sweet as standard hybrids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach packet contains 200 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow outdoors 4 weeks after the average last frost date and harvest in 85 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Height is 72\"; plant spread is 12\"; yields 8\" ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnual for all growing zones from 1-11; full sun exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind over 1000 Burpee vegetable, herb, and flower seeds on Amazon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet your seeds off to a great start with a Burpee Seed Starting Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurpee, the gardener’s best friend since 1876. No GMOs, ever.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical tips for best results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in full sun and keep beds evenly moist for steady growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest about 85 days after sowing for the sweetest ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCool ears promptly after picking to retain flavor; freeze or refrigerate as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short, Burpee Illini Xtra Sweet corn seeds are designed to set your summer expectations higher—with productive growth, memorable sweetness, and easy handling from planting to plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What are the key growing features of Burpee Illini Xtra Sweet corn seeds?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: SH2 super-sweet hybrid with 8-inch ears, 72-inch plants; harvest in about 85 days, zones 1–11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How should I grow and store the corn for best sweetness?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Sow 4 weeks after last frost; harvest in about 85 days; chill promptly after picking to retain sweetness and freeze if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Burpee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45823936594106,"sku":"B078GVJF7G","price":34.39,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/burpee-illini-xtra-sweet-corn-ears-closeup.jpg?v=1777893984","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/burpee-illini-xtra-sweet-corn-seeds-200-seeds-sh2-hybrid","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}