Corn Harvest

There are basically two families of sweet corn, Supersweet and Sugary Enhanced. Supersweet has a higher sugar content and crispness. It's the best choice for freezing, although some say it lacks that old-fashioned corn flavor. Sugary Enchanced has that milky flavor of old-fashioned corn. It may be the best bet for the home gardener because it has good germination rates and doesn't cross-pollinate.

In order to get the best-tasting sweet corn, it's imperative to harvest when the corn is ready. To tell when it's ready, take a look at the silk, which should be dry and brown. Another great test is to puncture one of the kernels. If the liquid comes out milky, that means the corn is prime. If it comes out clear, wait for a couple days. Remember: once you pick the corn, you have about 48 hours to eat or preserve it in order to enjoy the best flavor. But the very best flavor, of course, is when you harvest just moments before cooking.