Double Red Sweet Corn Seeds (Organic)

The Organic Double Red Corn, scientifically known as Zea mays 'Double Red,' is a remarkable maize cultivar distinguished by its vibrant, deep-red kernels. This notable variety has earned recognition among gardening enthusiasts and culinary connoisseurs for its unique appearance and sweet, flavorful taste. The plant itself stands tall and robust, reaching heights of approximately 6 to 7 feet. Its lush, green stalks support ears adorned with striking, ruby-red kernels arranged in neat rows. These attractive red cobs are a testament to nature's artistry.

Variety Details

• Plant type: Tender Annual
• Growth habit: Upright
• Crop category: Corn
• Kitchen profile: The Organic Double Red Corn, scientifically known as Zea mays 'Double Red,' is a remarkable maize cultivar by its vibrant, deep-red kernels.
• Recorded feature: Open-Pollinated
• Product format: Seed packet

Sowing & Growing

• Maturity: The harvest time for Organic Double Red Corn typically occurs in late summer or early fall, around 90-100 days after…
• Light: Full Sun
• Planting season: Spring or Summer
• Starting location: Direct Sow
• Recorded soil pH: 6.6 - 7.0 or 7.1 - 7.5

Direct sow Double Red Sweet Corn after the soil has warmed, arranging plants in a block rather than one long row when space permits. Block planting places more plants near one another during wind pollination. Thin to the recorded spacing and check root-zone moisture as stalks develop. Harvest timing depends on the corn type: sweet corn is picked for fresh kernels, while flour, popcorn, and ornamental types remain longer to dry. Use the product’s maturity and harvest cues when evaluating ears.

Before sowing Double Red Sweet Corn, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.

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