Sow True Seed Sweet Corn
Best ornamental choice for home gardeners seeking nutrient dense heirloom varieties.
A visually striking, early-maturing variety that brings deep red and purple hues to the garden. This sweet, antioxidant-rich selection grows on compact, high-yielding plants, making it an excellent choice for home growers looking for both beauty and flavor.
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Sow True Seed
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Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking unique, ornamental, and edible heirloom varieties
- Culinary enthusiasts craving authentic, old-fashioned sweet corn taste
- Sustainable gardeners interested in seed saving and self-sufficiency
Who should skip it
- Cooks who prefer the long-lasting sweetness of modern hybrid corn
- Small-space growers unable to provide adequate distance between different crops
- Inexperienced planters who require highly resilient and uniform seedling emergence
Performance breakdown
Visual Appeal
Striking red and purple hues create a stunning garden focal point.
Nutritional Density
High antioxidant levels offer a significant health advantage over standard varieties.
Space Efficiency
Compact, stocky growth habit fits perfectly into smaller home garden plots.
Harvest Speed
Early-maturing timeline allows for quicker turnover in shorter growing seasons.
Pollination Difficulty
Requires block planting to ensure consistent kernel development and yield.
Heritage Value
Authentic Hopi ancestry provides deep cultural significance and unique flavor profiles.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Zea mays
Seed Count
90
Net Weight
21g
Planting Season
After Last Frost
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Days to Maturity
85 days
Planting Depth
1-2 inches
Seed Spacing
3 inches
Mature Spacing
8-12 inches
Soil Temperature
65-80 degrees Fahrenheit
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