Strawberry popcorn is a rare corn variety with short, distinctive ears. It ripens early, is easy to grow, and is extremely versatile, with the kernels used for food and the stalks, with their decorative leaves and ears, used for decorating interiors and gardens.
Description of the variety
Strawberry Popcorn is a unique sugary variety that stands out not only for its aromatic taste, but also for its attractive appearance.
This variety also has decorative properties: the stems and cobs can be used to decorate rooms, and their beauty will be preserved for a long time.
Key Features:
- Ripening time. This corn variety is early maturing, allowing for rapid cultivation and successful harvesting. The period from planting to harvesting is 81-90 days.
- Growing regions. The Strawberry Popcorn variety is ideal for cultivation in the central regions of the country, where favorable conditions ensure its rapid and high-quality development. However, the variety is also cultivated in the central part of the country.
Characteristics of the appearance of the plant, cobs and grain
The variety's medium height means the bush shouldn't exceed 150-170 cm in height. The cobs are short—just 6-8 cm long—and the kernels are ruby-transparent, so from a distance they might resemble pomegranate seeds. However, the shape is more reminiscent of an elongated strawberry.
Growing and care
To successfully grow Strawberry Popcorn corn, you need to choose soil that is rich in nutrients and well-drained, with a light, fine texture and a neutral pH.
Other varietal cultivation features:
- The preferred spacing of bushes is 70-75 by 40-45 cm.
- Moisturizing during the period of plant development and maturation of heads is a key element of care for this variety of corn.
- Before planting, the seeds should be pre-soaked, and in the middle zone, you can grow seedlings in pots, which will be ready for transplanting in 20-25 days.
Reviews
Strawberry Popcorn is rarely found commercially because it's a relatively new variety. However, based on reviews from gardeners and farmers, it's rapidly gaining popularity as a crop for both personal consumption and commercial sales. Another distinct feature of this variety is its decorative qualities, achieved through its unusual ears with unique kernels and leaves.