When to harvest corn for drying

Looking to harvest the sweetest, most perfectly ripe corn from your garden? The “trick” is knowing the exact signs that tell you when your corn is at its peak flavor and readiness.

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This method helped me transform from picking tough, starchy corn to harvesting over 200 ears of perfectly sweet, tender corn at just the right moment. In this guide, I’ll share the precise timing tricks that turned my disappointing harvests into consistently delicious corn-picking success.

How to Know When to Harvest Corn

The ideal time to harvest corn depends on the type of corn you’re growing—whether it’s sweet corn or field corn.

Here are some indicators that your corn is ready for harvest:

• Silk Color: The silks should turn brown and dry out, but the husks should still be green.
• Ear Size: Fully mature ears will feel full and firm to the touch.
• Kernel Stage: Pull back the husk and pierce a kernel with your fingernail.

  If the liquid is milky, your corn is ready to harvest.

For sweet corn, it’s important to pick the ears at the right time for the best

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