Description
50 Seeds per pack
(Zea mays) 80-114 days. A beautiful and unique variety used for gourmet popcorn as well as neat looking fall decorations. Kids love growing Strawberry Popcorn for its unique strawberry shape and color, and they love watching it pop, turning from ruby red to a delicious fluffy white snack! Plants grow to about 4′, producing 2-4 ears each. Ears grow to 2-3″ with irregularly spaced kernels. This variety is also used for edible sprouts, why not grow your own sprouting seeds this year. Sprouting them is easy, and you get an excellent corn flavor, with all the health benefits of home grown sprouts. Delicious and nutritious! Easy to grow, and because of the small size some even grow Strawberry Popcorn in tubs or containers.
Planting Instructions for Popcorn Seeds
Heirloom Non GMO Corn is a warm to hot season annual, sensitive to cool soil. Direct seed heirloom corn when soil reaches 65-70°F. Plant seeds 1- 2″ deep, 4-6″ apart, in rows 20-30″ apart, in full sun. Corn is wind pollinated, so plant in blocks of at least 4 rows. Germination should occur in 4 – 10 days in soil 65-85°F. When plants reach 4-5″ tall thin to 8-12″ apart.
FAQ:
What is Strawberry Popcorn?
Strawberry Popcorn is a unique variety of corn known for its small, strawberry-shaped ears with ruby red kernels, often used for both gourmet popcorn and fall decorations.
How long does it take for Strawberry Popcorn to mature?
This variety takes about 80 to 114 days to reach maturity.
How tall do Strawberry Popcorn plants grow, and how many ears do they produce?
The plants grow to around 4 feet tall and typically produce 2-4 ears per plant, each ear measuring 2-3 inches in length.
Can Strawberry Popcorn be grown in containers?
Yes, due to its compact size, Strawberry Popcorn can be grown in tubs or containers, making it a versatile option for small spaces.
What happens when Strawberry Popcorn is popped?
The kernels pop from ruby red into a fluffy white snack, providing a fun and delicious treat that kids especially enjoy watching and eating.
Tyler J. (verified owner) –
Quick delivery and the popcorn sprouted in no time. Already mid calf high!!