Green and Gold Dent Ornamental Corn
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Green and Gold Dent Corn are like the colors of a farmer's favorite tractor! These robust plants grow up to 12 feet tall, producing ears filled with a beautiful mix of green and yellow-gold kernels, each with a characteristic dent at the crown. Ideal for grinding into cornmeal, feeding livestock, or adding a decorative touch to fall arrangements, Green and Gold Dent Corn is as practical as it is eye-catching. Green and Gold Dent Corn can be used to create stunning natural decorations, perfect for adding color to fall wreaths, centerpieces, and cornucopias. Dent corn was developed from a cross between flint corn and flour corn, combining the hardiness of flint corn with the softness of flour corn.
Corn is one of the plants grown in the traditional Native American vegetable technique called the Three Sisters. The other two plants in the Three Sisters are beans and squash, and each has its role in the companion planting tradition. Corn serves as a support for the vining beans. Squash served as a ground cover, preventing weeds from growing. Beans provided natural fertilizer for all.
Also Known As: Green and Gold Indian Corn, Oaxacan Corn, Zapotec Corn, Native American Corn, Flint Corn, Indian Corn, Pole Corn, Field Corn, Maize, Maise, Calico Corn, Popcorn, Ornamental Corn, Decorative Corn.
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Plant Name: |
Corn, Oaxacan Green Dent |
Latin Name: |
Zea mays |
Days to Germinate: | 10-14 |
Days to Harvest: | 95 |
Germination Rate: | 85% |
Test Date: | 1/24 |
Growth Habit: | Upright |
USDA Zones: | 4-9 |
Lifespan: | Annual |
Brand: | TomorrowSeeds |
Sunlight: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
GMO: | No |
Pollination: |
Hybrid |
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: | No |
Seeds Packed For**: | 2025 |
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation and Fertilizing:
Planting:
Corn is best planted after the soil warms and is free from all danger of frost. Plant 1-2 ounces of seed for every 100 feet of row. Corn grows best when planted in several short rows instead of one long row. This makes it easier for the plants to pollinate and fill cobs with kernels. Plant corn seeds 1 inch deep and 3-4 inches apart. Space rows 2 1/2 - 3 feet apart. After the plants are up, thin them to 1 foot apart. For a steady harvest, plant again after 2-3 weeks.Planting Depth: | 1 inch |
Within-Row Spacing: |
3-4 inch, thin to 1 foot |
Between-Row Spacing: |
2 1/2 - 3 feet |