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Zea mays 'Ornamental, Glass Gem'
Corn, Ornamental, Glass Gem
Crazy array of colors! Incredibly beautiful, use as ornamental or for popcorn. The kernels are translucent and shine like polished glass beads. Bred from a number of Native varieties by Carl "White Eagle" Barnes, the famous Cherokee corn collector.
- Translucent multicolor kernels like glass beads
- Bred from Native corn lines by Carl Barnes
- Striking ornamental display on the stalk
- Can also be dried and popped
- Category: Vegetables
- Hardiness Zone: 10-11
- Height: 72-96 in
- Spread: 18-24 in
- Spacing: 8 in
- Temperature: 50 to 95°f
Soil Moisture
| • | Keep Well-Watered |
Attributes
| • | Ornamental Fruit |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Zea mays 'Ornamental, Glass Gem'
Corn needs full sun, rich soil, and enough plants in a block for good pollination. Feed with nitrogen as plants grow, water deeply during tasseling and ear fill, and harvest sweet corn quickly at peak milk stage.