Jubilee
Zea mays 'Jubilee'
A time-tested yellow sweet corn that has been a garden favorite since the 1960s for its reliable performance and excellent flavor. This variety produces large, well-filled ears with tender, sweet kernels that have just the right balance of sweetness and corn taste. Jubilee is known for its consistent germination and strong disease resistance, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners.
Harvest
85-90d
Days to harvest
Sun
Full sun
Zones
2–11
USDA hardiness
Height
5-8 feet
Planting Timeline
Showing dates for Jubilee in USDA Zone 7
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Jubilee · Zones 2–11
Growing Details
Zone-by-Zone Planting Calendar
| Zone | Indoor Start | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | — | — | June – July | September – October |
| Zone 4 | — | — | June – July | September – October |
| Zone 5 | — | — | May – June | September – October |
| Zone 6 | — | — | May – June | August – October |
| Zone 7 | — | — | April – June | August – September |
| Zone 8 | — | — | April – May | July – September |
| Zone 9 | — | — | March – April | June – August |
| Zone 10 | — | — | February – April | June – July |
Complete Growing Guide
Light: Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day). Soil: Clay, High Organic Matter, Loam (Silt). Soil pH: Acid (<6.0), Neutral (6.0-8.0). Drainage: Good Drainage. Height: 5 ft. 0 in. - 8 ft. 0 in.. Spread: 1 ft. 0 in. - 2 ft. 0 in.. Spacing: 12 inches-3 feet. Growth rate: Rapid. Maintenance: Medium. Propagation: Seed. Regions: Coastal, Mountains, Piedmont.
Harvesting
Color: Gold/Yellow. Type: Caryopsis. Length: > 3 inches. Width: 1-3 inches.
Garden value: Edible, Showy
Harvest time: Fall
Bloom time: Summer
Edibility: Edibile
Storage & Preservation
Fresh Jubilee corn loses sweetness rapidly after harvest — use it within 24 hours for peak flavor. Store unhusked ears in the refrigerator at 32-35°F with high humidity to slow sugar conversion to starch. The husks help retain moisture and sweetness.
For freezing, blanch whole ears for 7-11 minutes depending on size, then cool in ice water before cutting kernels from cobs. Jubilee's tender kernels freeze exceptionally well and maintain good texture for up to 12 months.
For canning, Jubilee's sweet flavor concentrates beautifully. Process whole kernel corn in a pressure canner following USDA guidelines — never attempt water bath canning with corn. You can also dehydrate kernels for storage, though this works better for flour corn than sweet varieties like Jubilee.
History & Origin
Origin: Mexico
Advantages
- +Disease resistance: Black Walnut
- +Edible: Edibile
- +Fast-growing
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Bush Beans
Fix nitrogen in soil which corn needs for healthy growth
Winter Squash
Large leaves suppress weeds and retain soil moisture around corn stalks
Marigolds
Repel corn earworms, aphids, and other harmful insects
Nasturtiums
Act as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, attract beneficial insects
Pole Beans
Climb corn stalks for support while fixing nitrogen in the soil
Dill
Attracts beneficial insects like lacewings that prey on corn pests
Sunflowers
Attract beneficial insects and birds that eat corn pests
Radishes
Help break up compacted soil and deter corn borers when planted nearby
Keep Apart
Black Walnut
Releases juglone toxin that severely stunts corn growth and development
Tomatoes
Both attract corn earworms and compete for similar nutrients
Fennel
Allelopathic properties inhibit corn germination and growth
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving. % Daily Value based on 2,000 calorie diet. Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC #168538)
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Good resistance to bacterial wilt and northern corn leaf blight
Common Pests
Corn earworm, European corn borer, corn rootworm, raccoons
Diseases
Southern corn leaf blight, common rust, gray leaf spot