Once promoted as “the best white sweet corn in the world,” this hardy mid-season variety bears one to two ears on stalks that reach 7-8"" long. Plants grow 6-8' tall and produce ears with large kernels that, when cooked, have a creamy consistency and range in sweetness by ear. Named for Mary Atkinson of London, Ohio, this variety is believed to have been stewarded by the Atkinson family since before 1850; it was donated to Seed Savers Exchange in the early 1980s by W.W. Williams

• 70-85 days
• Organic
• Plants grow 6 - 8 feet tall and bears ears reaching 7 - 8 inches long
• Ideal for freezing and fresh eating
• Sweet corn

This variety works for:

• Fresh eating
• Freezing

Gardeners familiar with hybrid sweet corn may need to adjust their palates to the savory, rich flavor of heirloom sweet corns. Nevertheless, these ears are delicious boiled or grilled with butter and salt.

Try adding fresh dill, cilantro, lime, cracked black or white pepper, or chili flakes to your corn.