A Tendersweet variety giving superior sweetness with a softer, less chewy texture than Supersweets, making kernels more pleasurable to eat as well as easier to digest. Improved germination adds to the appeal. Can be also grown with other varieties, no need to isolate. Requires a fertile soil in a sunny position.

Sow April to May 4cm (1½ inches) deep in 7.5cm (3 inch) pots of free draining compost. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag and place at 18-20C (64-68F) until after germination which takes 7 to 10 days. Do not exclude light as this helps germination.

Can also be sown direct outdoors once the soil has warmed, sow 2 seeds 5cm (2 inches) deep, 23cm (9 inches) apart, and in rows 45cm (18 inches) apart. Thin out to the strongest seedling.

Gradually acclimatise indoor grown plants to outdoor conditions for a few days before planting out after all risk of frost.

Keep well watered, and mulch during dry periods.

Straight from the plant as the cobs are tender and sweet.