Yukon Chief Corn Seeds for Short Seasons

I finally got my hands on some yukon chief corn seeds last year, and honestly, they totally changed how I look at my short-season garden. If you live somewhere where the summer feels like it lasts about fifteen minutes—think Alaska, the Rockies, or even just a particularly moody part of the Pacific Northwest—you know the struggle of trying to grow corn. Most varieties want ninety days of sweltering heat, but those of us with cool nights and early frosts usually just end up with tall green stalks and sad, empty cobs by the time September rolls around. ...

April 25, 2026 · 6 min · Boutique Beltran