CZ Grain Oaxacan Green Corn Seeds

While corn can be grown in large containers, it generally requires significant space for root development and stability. For the best results, we recommend planting these in a dedicated garden bed or a very large, deep container that can support the height and weight of the stalks.

Oaxacan Green Corn is primarily a flour corn, meaning it is traditionally dried and ground into meal rather than eaten as sweet corn. While you can harvest it in the milk stage for a different flavor profile, it will not have the high sugar content of modern sweet corn varieties.

Yes, corn is wind-pollinated and performs best when planted in blocks rather than a single long row. Planting in a grid or block pattern ensures that pollen from the tassels successfully reaches the silks on the ears, resulting in well-filled cobs.

Oaxacan Green Corn is an annual variety that typically reaches maturity in about 75 to 100 days, depending on your local climate and growing conditions. It is best to plant these after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed sufficiently.

Yes, because this is an heirloom variety, you can save the seeds from your harvest to plant in future seasons. Just ensure the corn is fully dried on the stalk before harvesting to maintain seed viability.