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Corn Seeds, Hopi Pink Flour
Trio of Hopi Pink Corn on a white background.
Hopi Pink Flour Corn in multiple shades.
Close-up Hopi Pink Flour Corn
Extreme close-up Hopi Pink Flour Corn
Corn Seeds, Hopi Pink Flour

Corn Seeds,
Hopi Pink Flour

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Description

(Zea mays) 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.

Growing Tips: 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. Fertilizing with a balanced organic fertilizer or compost at planting and again as the plants grow can promote healthy development.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Zea mays
Life Cycle
Annual
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Days to Germinate
7–10
Days to Maturity
95
Planting Depth
1–2 in.
Plant Spacing
12 in.
Ideal Temperature
60°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Plant Hopi Pink Flour corn seeds directly in the garden when soil temperatures reach about 60 degrees F, after all danger of frost is past. This typically means late spring or early summer, depending on your local climate and USDA zone. Ensuring the soil is warm enough is crucial for successful germination​​. The ideal temperature for optimal growth is 75-80 F. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds 1-2 inches deep. Space the plants about 12 inches apart in rows that are 30-36 inches apart. For optimal pollination, plant corn in blocks of several short rows rather than single long rows. After sowing, keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Corn has shallow roots, so careful weeding and mulching can help protect the root system and retain moisture​. Succession planting prolongs harvest.

How to Grow

As the plants grow, apply a nitrogen-rich fertilizer such as fish emulsion or blood meal to support their development. Regularly inspect for pests like corn borers and employ natural pest control methods if needed. Use row covers or erect barriers to protect against pests and wildlife. Staking the plants can help support them against strong winds. Weed control is vital; use hand-pulling, hoeing, or mulching to keep the area around the corn free of weeds​.

How to Save Seeds

  • Corn is wind pollinated and will easily cross with other varieties (including GMO corn!). You will need at least 1 mile of isolation to avoid cross pollination. You can also use staggered timing or caging techniques.
  • Hand pick ears when fully dried on stalk. Seeds keep best if left on the ear; just remove at planting time.
  • Sweet corn seeds will remain viable for 2 years; dent corn will last up to 5 years when properly stored.

FAQ

What pests are common with Hopi Pink Flour corn?

Common pests include corn borers and raccoons. Corn borers can be reduced with crop rotation, cleaning up old stalks in fall, and Bt applied to the whorl while the larvae are still small. Raccoons need a physical barrier, and low electric fencing around the patch is the only reliable answer as the ears approach maturity. Do not use row covers once the corn begins to tassel, as it needs open wind pollination to fill the ears.

How do I know when Hopi Pink Flour corn is ready to harvest?

Leave the ears on the stalk past the 95-day maturity mark and harvest when the husks are dry and papery and the kernels are hard enough that a thumbnail will not dent them, usually several weeks later. Cure the ears further in a dry, airy place before shelling for flour or for seed.

Can Hopi Pink Flour corn grow in containers?

While it's possible to grow corn in large containers, it is generally recommended to plant them in garden beds where they have ample space to grow and receive adequate pollination.

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Customer reviews

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What gardeners are saying

  • Heat and drought tough: Produces on little water through 105-degree summers.

  • Quick to mature: Ears ready in about 90 days on short, bushy plants.

  • Fat, pretty ears: Several plump ears per plant, from full pink to nearly white.

  • Tough in rough weather: Weather-resistant plants that stood up to hail, wind and drought.

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