{"title":"Corn Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"AAPYNK2\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e(\u003ci\u003eZea mays\u003c\/i\u003e) The quintessential Native American crop, corn was a staple from South America to the Great Lakes. It’s believed to have been domesticated in Mexico and may be one of the world’s oldest agricultural crops. We test our corn seed regularly for GMO and do our best not to sell any traces of GMO seed. Please help protect and preserve these historic treasures. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"OWGFT4B\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"corn-hopi-turquoise","title":"Corn Seeds, Hopi Turquoise","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e) Flour\/Dent Corn. Truly breathtaking blue corn said to originate from the Hopi people of the Southwest. This variety yields lovely ears with colors ranging from slate blue to brilliant turquoise with some surprise purples. Used locally in atole and ground for cornmeal, kernels are both flour and dent types, both often bearing on the same ear. Ears typically run 6 to 12 inches long, and are produced usually one per 4-to 5-foot stalk. It has grown well even at 8,000 feet elevation, indicating tolerance to wide temperature swings and cool soil. Fairly early to mature, it is ready for harvest at about 90 days from sowing. Our grower received his original seed in 1986 from John \"Eesawu\" Kimmey, an educator and visionary of sustainable Native agriculture who worked extensively with the Hopi people and founded the Talavaya Center, an early heirloom conservation project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e For optimal growth, plant the seeds in full sun in well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering is essential, especially during dry periods. Mulching can help retain soil moisture and control weeds. Given that corn is wind-pollinated, plant the seeds in blocks or multiple rows rather than a single line to ensure good pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59510993027358,"sku":"CN172","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/corn_hopi_turquoise_lss_000_2564_850x850_0d13ee45-38a2-48bf-ac09-a8bda160320c.jpg?v=1782393371"},{"product_id":"corn-fisher-s-earliest-sweet","title":"Corn Seeds, Fisher's Earliest Sweet","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e) Sweet Corn. Developed and selected 60 years ago by Ken Fisher of Belgrade, Montana, to grow in the cool and harsh conditions of the state, this sweet corn is sure to please almost anywhere! Vigorous, multicolored 5- to 6-foot stalks bear one ear per plant and have 10-12 rows with a golden hue. The ears have an excellent fill to the tip and husk coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fisher's Earliest sweet corn is well-suited for cooler climates and short growing seasons. It thrives in rich, well-draining soil, which should be amended with compost or well-rotted manure. Ensure the plants receive full sun and consistent moisture, particularly during germination and the formation of tassels and silks. This variety is known for its old-fashioned sweet flavor and produces 5-6 foot tall stalks with golden-yellow kernels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59510997909790,"sku":"CN180","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/corn-fishers-earliest-ma-img_4738.jpg?v=1782393565"},{"product_id":"corn-hopi-pink-flour","title":"Corn Seeds, Hopi Pink Flour","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e) Flour Corn. A truly lovely native variety that has kernels in shades of pink, mauve, and salmon on 8-inch ears. Drought tolerant and great for making flour, it is one of the best varieties for farming in dry conditions. This is a rare variety that was bred by the Hopi nation. Their incredible work has produced one of the toughest and most beautiful flour corns available! Flour is impressively high in protein, and the fine texture lends itself to super soft tortillas and tamales.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hopi Pink Flour corn, a drought-tolerant heirloom variety, thrives in well-drained, sandy loam to clay loam soils with a pH range of 5.5 to 7.5. It's essential to prepare the soil by incorporating organic matter, such as compost, to enhance fertility and moisture retention. This variety requires full sun and consistent moisture, with about 1 inch of water per week. Using mulch can help maintain soil moisture and suppress weeds. 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Since the 1970s, he has sampled over 70 open-pollinated corn varieties to create Painted Mountain from heirlooms grown by northern Native American tribes over thousands of years and homesteaders from harsh northern climates. The bright color of the kernels indicate a high nutrient content, making it an excellent corn for decoration or eating! Painted Mountain Corn can be eaten fresh, ground, or roasted, and it makes a highly nutritious flour for muffins, johnny cakes, tortillas, and chips!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painted Mountain corn is highly adaptable and resilient, making it ideal for a variety of growing conditions, especially in cooler climates with shorter growing seasons. This corn grows best in well-draining soil with a pH between 5.8 and 6.8. Adding compost or well-rotted manure can enhance soil fertility. Plant in full sun and ensure consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511011639582,"sku":"CN101","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/painted-mountain-corn-image-from-dave-christensen-img_1305_850x850_d42267c8-07eb-4d42-97ac-3c568dac7aea.jpg?v=1782393601"},{"product_id":"corn-montana-cudu","title":"Corn Seeds, Montana Cudu","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e) Flour Corn. A beautiful spotted variety that is descended from a historic Native American variety. Ed Schultz, renowned corn breeder from Montana, has worked to adapt a blended corn as a tribute to a sacred Native American variety. Cudu corn is said to be an ancient native American variety used for sacred ritual. A sample of seeds was donated to the USDA seed bank by Oscar Will in 1958. The original donated seed may have been accidentally inbred or crossed, as the cobs were stunted and short, and kernels had begun to lose their signature blue eagle marking. Ed is a far northern grower who has worked to create beautiful and early-maturing corns like Atomic Orange and the Papa's corn. He received a sample of seeds from the USDA and has worked for over five years to adapt it to his northern region and to create longer cobs. He reports that this variety has long, slender ears and beautiful blue-spotted kernels. To achieve this variety, he bred true Cudu corn with a small percentage of Papa's White corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Montana Cudu corn thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. It prefers full sun and benefits from soil enriched with compost or well-rotted manure. Regular watering is crucial, especially during tasseling and ear development. 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Despite its small stature, it produces up to 5 ears per stalk! Makes choice roasting ears at the milk stage (although not exactly a sweet corn), or allow the burnt-orange kernels to develop completely for a superior flour type. Originally introduced by Dr. Alan Kapuler in the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze Orange corn, an eye-catching heirloom variety prized for its glowing bronze kernels, thrives in full sun and nutrient-rich, well-drained soil. Corn is a heavy feeder, so amend the soil generously with compost or aged manure before planting. Ensure steady moisture during tasseling and silking to support kernel development. 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This ancient corn is excellent as a flour corn or, picked young, as a flavorful sweet corn. It is also used in South America to brew a special and highly revered drink known as chicha morada. This drink had important ceremonial significance to the Incan Empire and civilizations before it. We love to make purple corn juice with cinnamon, clove and pineapple—a refreshing elixir bursting with antioxidants! Locals also use it to dye fabrics and cloth, and grind it into a beautiful flour\/meal as well. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e This variety thrives in well-drained, sandy loam to clay loam soils with a pH range of 5.5 to 7.5. It's essential to prepare the soil by incorporating organic matter, such as compost, to enhance fertility and moisture retention. This variety requires full sun and consistent moisture, with about 1 inch of water per week. Using mulch can help maintain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilizing with a balanced organic fertilizer or compost at planting and again as the plants grow can promote healthy development.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511017767198,"sku":"CN183","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/corn_maiz_morado_or_kulli.jpg?v=1782393752"},{"product_id":"corn-dakota-black-popcorn","title":"Corn Seeds, Dakota Black Popcorn","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e) Popcorn. Dark reddish-black ears are quite attractive for fall decorations or popping into tasty popcorn! This variety is easy to grow and does well in almost all growing climates. Fun for children's gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dakota Black popcorn flourishes in rich, well-draining soil. Enhancing soil fertility with compost or well-rotted manure is recommended. Consistent moisture is vital, especially during germination and the formation of tassels and silks. Full sun exposure is essential for optimal growth. Monitoring for pests such as corn earworms and aphids is important to maintain healthy crops.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511027040542,"sku":"CN136","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/corn_dakota_black_popcorn.jpg?v=1782393867"},{"product_id":"corn-seeds-cherokee-white-eagle","title":"Corn Seeds, Cherokee White Eagle","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e). Beautiful white and blue kernels on 8”-10” ears make a superb corn meal or can be used as roasting ears if picked young. This great Cherokee variety gives good yields on sturdy stalks. Some kernels have eagle-like markings on them, hence the name. Very rare and hard to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherokee White Eagle corn is a revered heirloom variety, cherished by the Cherokee Nation for its symbolic beauty and cultural heritage. This tall, stately plant produces white and pearl-blue kernels, often with a distinctive eagle-wing pattern. Grow it in rich, well-drained soil with full sunlight. 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Wine-colored tassels and crimson-black kernels add a tropical touch to borders or container plantings. The sturdy stalks make a fantastic trellis for climbing ornamentals like sweet pea. When dried, the kernels grind into a tasty meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative American flint corn was first brought to Japan by the Portuguese in the 1500s; at the time, flint corn was considered primarily a fodder crop for livestock. During the Edo period in Japan (1603-1867), officials of the centralized government (who were mostly vegetarian, for religious reasons) discouraged the consumption of meat and the need for corn to feed livestock plummeted, relegating the newly introduced corn crop to relative obscurity. With the Meiji period (1868-1912), meat was reintroduced to the Japanese diet, and the need for corn as fodder rose. Along the way, it was discovered that corn could be a tasty crop for humans as well. Striped Japonica was bred in Japan, and later introduced to America in the 1870s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe have worked for years to find a pure strain of Striped Japonica, as most on the market were badly contaminated by GMO corn. After much effort, we may now present a strain that tested Non-GMO! Please enjoy this stunning treasure from historic Japan! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Striped Japonica corn is a rare and stunning ornamental and edible variety known for its vibrant green, white, and pink-striped foliage. Beyond its beauty, it produces small, colorful ears with kernels often used for flour. Grow in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost. 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It was rediscovered in the 1950s in remote, northwestern Mexico. Since that time, its superior qualities have captured the imagination and affection of archaeologists, gardeners and chefs alike!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chapalote corn, one of the oldest cultivated maize varieties, thrives in warm climates and poor soils, making it ideal for sustainable gardens. This drought-tolerant, richly flavored flour corn develops long, slender ears with deep bronze kernels. Provide ample sunlight, space, and consistent moisture during early growth for best results. 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A very beautiful, commonly crimson red dent variety was introduced to the settlers in the Virginia area in the 1840s. These 8- to 12-foot tall stalks produce large, heavy, 8- to 12-inch long ears of solid red kernels that vary in hue. Occasional red and white kernels and ears may appear, but this is typical. It is known for its delicious, rich, sweet flavor when ground into meal and flour. We are excited to find this GMO-free strain, as most Bloody Butchers seem to be crossed with modern GMO corn types.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bloody Butcher dent corn requires full sun to thrive. Ensure the planting site receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Plant in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 5.8 and 6.2. It benefits from the addition of compost or organic matter to enrich the soil. 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He spent 30 years developing this fantastic soft flint corn. It sports a range of orange color, from brilliant sunburst orange to pumpkin and russet; even the cobs are orange! For an added surprise, it will throw an occasional all-white ear. Three to five foot-tall stalks produce 1 to 2 ten-inch ears with 8 rows of kernels in about 60 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atomic Orange corn thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is essential to maintain moderate moisture levels throughout its growing period. This corn variety, with its striking orange kernels, matures in 60-80 days, making it suitable for regions with shorter growing seasons. 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