Glass Gem Corn Seed
Description
Supremely decorative and highly edible. Bred by Carl “White Eagle” Barnes, the famous Cherokee corn collector. A photo of this flint variety was a Facebook sensation in 2012. Colorful, translucent “stained glass” kernels are great for popping; they can also be parched, or made into cornmeal. Sturdy stalks can reach a height of 9’, and if the season is long enough, will develop side-shoots with additional ears. So beautiful you won’t want to eat it! Photo courtesy of Baker Creek Heirloom Seed.
- Days to germinate: 4-12
- Days to maturity: 105
- Start indoors: Not recommended, as corn does not transplant well.
- Sow outdoors a week after the last frost.
- Seed spacing: 8”
- Seed depth: 1”
- Produce size: 3-8”
- Yield: 2-3 ears per stalk, more if the season is long enough
- Mature plant height: 6-9’
- Suitable for container growing: No
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
