{"product_id":"corn-atomic-orange","title":"Corn Seeds, Atomic Orange","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e) Flint Corn. Exceptionally high in both protein and beta-carotene, the amazingly nutritious and totally delicious orange ears are produced very early. This variety ranked high on the list of most protein-rich heirloom corns in a study done by Baker Creek in 2018. Research shows that beta-carotene is essential for vision health. We are thrilled to offer this stunning, open-pollinated variety from the gifted corn breeder Ed Schultz of Bozeman, Montana. 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. The optimal soil temperature for germination is between 75-80 F.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511132946718,"sku":"CN186","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/corn_atomic_orange.jpg?v=1782396358","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/products\/corn-atomic-orange","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}