This jaw-dropping crop is a mix of several ancient varieties that were preserved through years of seed-saving efforts.
Every cob is a surprise.
verify not to plant it in the same location where you grew corn for the two previous years.
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Also, keep in mind that it reaches a towering height and casts shade on shorter crops.
Plant it next to crops that benefit from being shielded from the hot summer sun,such as lettuce.
Plant the seeds at a depth of 1 to 2 inches.
The lighter the soil, the deeper you should plant seeds.
Space seeds 6 to 12 inches apart.
Light
Corn needs a sunny spot with at least six hours of direct sun daily.
Soil and Water
Corn does best in loose and loamy soil with apH between 6 and 7.
It does poorly in heavy soil.
Give it at least 1 inch of water per week in the absence of rain.
Temperature and Humidity
Corn needs warm weather.
Fertilizer
Corn is a heavy feeder.
Pruning
Corn does not need any pruning.
Pollination
Corn is wind-pollinated and planting it in blocks aids pollination.
To prevent cross-pollination, plant different varieties at least 25 feet apart.
Corn borers are acommon pest.
Or, you canbuy the seeds online.
Peel off the outer leaves and remove the silk.
Let the ears air dry in a cool, dry location.
To remove the husk from the stalk, twist it downward in a pulling motion.
For drying and storing the kernels, follow the directions under How to Propagate Rainbow Corn, above.
Rainbow corn is grown primarily for its colorful kernels.
