Stowell's Evergreen is one of the oldest white sweet corn heirlooms, developed by Nathaniel Newman Stowell around 1848. It earned lasting fame for its ability to stay in the milk stage and remain usable on the stalk longer than most sweet corns of its era, hence the evergreen name, and for keeping well after harvest by traditional storage methods. Plants are tall and late maturing, reaching eight to nine feet and producing large ears with deep white kernels in many rows. As a standard sugary (su) type it was historically valued both for fresh eating and for winter storage. Maturing around 90 to 100 days, it is still grown by heirloom enthusiasts who appreciate its history, tall vigorous stalks, and sweet white kernels for the table and preserving.
Flavor Profile
Sweet, tender white kernels with classic heirloom corn flavor; noted historically for holding quality longer than most old varieties.
Visual Characteristics
Very tall stalks reaching eight to nine feet bearing large ears filled with deep, milky-white kernels.
Growing Tips
A late-maturing standard type needing a long warm season; plant in blocks and harvest at the milk stage.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.