Luscious
Zea mays 'Luscious'
A premium white sweet corn variety that delivers exceptional tenderness and sweetness in every bite. This high-performing hybrid produces consistently large ears with pristine white kernels that maintain their quality longer than most varieties. Garden-to-table perfection for those who prefer the clean, sweet taste of white corn with superior eating quality.
Harvest
75-80d
Days to harvest
Sun
Full sun
Zones
2–11
USDA hardiness
Height
5-8 feet
Planting Timeline
Showing dates for Luscious in USDA Zone 7
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Luscious · 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
For peak sweetness, use Luscious corn within 2-3 hours of harvest. If immediate use isn't possible, keep unhusked ears in the refrigerator where they'll maintain good quality for 3-5 days – longer than most sweet corn varieties thanks to this hybrid's superior holding ability.
For freezing, blanch whole kernels in boiling water for 4 minutes, then plunge into ice water. Drain thoroughly and freeze in airtight containers for up to 12 months. Alternatively, freeze whole ears after husking and blanching for 7-9 minutes.
Luscious also pressure cans beautifully – cut kernels from cobs and process in a pressure canner following USDA guidelines for corn. The variety's exceptional tenderness makes it ideal for cream-style canning. For unique preservation, try dehydrating kernels at 135°F for 8-12 hours until crisp, creating a sweet corn 'nut' perfect for snacking or adding to trail mixes.
History & Origin
Origin: Mexico
Advantages
- +Disease resistance: Black Walnut
- +Edible: Edibile
- +Fast-growing
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Beans
Fix nitrogen in soil, benefiting corn's heavy nitrogen needs
Squash
Ground cover suppresses weeds, retains soil moisture for corn
Marigolds
Repel corn rootworm, aphids, and other harmful insects
Nasturtiums
Act as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles
Dill
Attracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that control corn pests
Sunflowers
Provide windbreak protection and attract beneficial pollinators
Lettuce
Benefits from corn's shade during hot weather, maximizes space usage
Parsley
Attracts beneficial insects and may help repel corn borers
Keep Apart
Tomatoes
Both are heavy feeders competing for same nutrients, attract similar pests
Black Walnut
Releases juglone toxin that inhibits corn growth and development
Brassicas
Heavy nitrogen feeders that compete directly with corn's nutrient needs
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving. % Daily Value based on 2,000 calorie diet. Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC #168538)
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Excellent resistance to northern corn leaf blight and good tolerance to environmental stress
Common Pests
Corn earworm, European corn borer, corn aphids, cutworms
Diseases
Southern corn rust, gray leaf spot, common smut, bacterial leaf streak