Bring the joy of fresh, homegrown popcorn to your garden with Popcorn Sweetcorn Robust seeds. These seeds produce tall, sturdy corn plants with high-yield ears filled with crisp, flavorful kernels, perfect for popping at home. Ideal for gardeners seeking a fun, productive, and easy-to-grow corn variety.

Features:

• Variety: Popcorn Sweetcorn
• Kernel characteristics: Crisp, golden, ideal for homemade popcorn
• Growth habit: Upright, tall stalks with robust ears
• Light requirements: Full sun for optimal growth
• Soil requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Suitable for: Garden beds, backyard planting, and raised beds

Specifications:

• Seed Type: Non-GMO seeds
• Planting Season: Spring (after last frost)
• Zones: USDA Zones 3–10
• Planting Depth: 1–1.5 inches (25–38 mm)
• Spacing: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm) between plants, 24–36 inches (60–90 cm) between rows
• Germination Time: 7–10 days
• Days to Maturity: 85–100 days from sowing
• Plant Height: 5–8 feet (1.5–2.5 m)
• Temperature: Prefers warm climates, 65–85°F (18–29°C)
• Watering: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
• Pollination: Wind-pollinated; plant in blocks for optimal kernel development

Planting Guide:

• Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost in full sun and fertile, well-draining soil.
• Space seeds and rows according to specifications to ensure good air circulation and pollination.
• Water consistently to maintain evenly moist soil, especially during tasseling and ear development.
• Harvest ears when kernels are fully formed, firm, and dry for best popping quality.