How to plant sweet corn 🌽 🌱 Growing sweet corn is a rewarding process, and it's a great choice for home gardeners! Here's a general guide on how to grow them, from planting to harvest. 1. Choosing a Spot and Preparing the Soil •Sunlight: Sweet corn needs a lot of sun. Pick a location in your garden that gets at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. •Soil: Sweet corn is a "heavy feeder," meaning it uses a lot of nutrients. It grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0