Fiesta F1 Corn seeds (treated)
Fiesta corn is derived from traditional Indian corn varieties. This festive corn is a hybrid ornamental that is highly uniform, but shorter than other varieties. Each cob will grow to be an average of 9".
Fiesta corn will produce cobs that produce indigo blue, pink, red, yellow, and white kernels, some kernels will have marbled variations. Each cob will vary in appearance, making this ideal for Thanksgiving decorations, centerpieces, cornucopias, wreaths, etc. This variety is edible, it can be ground into cornmeal, hominy, flour, etc.
**These seeds are treated. They are coated with a sulfur compound that prevents fungus on the seeds, and in the soil. Treated seeds may improve productivity, growth and speed, germination rate, and disease resistance. Corn produced from treated seeds is safe for consumption. Fungicide is an anti-fungus compound, not a pesticide (anti-pest) which makes treated seeds safe for pollinators and beneficial insects. **
Seed count: 30
Botanic name:
Zea mays
Plant spacing:
Plants should be spaced 10 - 12 inches apart in rows 24 - 36 inches apart.
Color:
Purple-streaked husks with cobs presenting a variety of colors in indigo, red, yellow, white, pink, and marbled.
Sowing depth:
1 inch
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
Highly ornamental but also edible, Fiesta corn can be ground into corn meal, corn flour, or used for popping corn.
Frost hardy:
No
Maturity days:
95-100 days
Life cycle:
Annual
Can I start indoors:
Not recommended
Container friendly:
Yes, to a degree. Corn can be grown in containers although with limited results. Stalks can be shorter and produce less cobs. The bigger the container, the better.
Other names:
Fiesta Sweetcorn, Fiesta Indian Corn, and Fiesta Popping corn.
Treatment:
Thiram
