Compact, jewel-red ears that look just like oversized strawberries, held on tall, architectural plants. Grown for both ornamental impact and popping, these richly coloured cobs are perfect for autumn displays — and can also be dried and popped into traditional popcorn.
 
When to Sow: Apr - May
 
HOW TO SOW:
Sow in pots - Sow thinly into pots or modules of damp compost. Cover with 4cm of soil. Ideal temp 20-30°C.  Grow on until all risk of frost has passed, then harden off before transplanting out into final cropping location 45cm apart in blocks to aid pollination. 
 
Classification: Half Hardy Annual
Expert Level:  Easy to Grow
Germination Time: 1-2 Weeks
Harvest Time: Sep - Oct
Site: Full/ Sheltered Sun
 
Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
Soil Acidity: All
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Water well in hot weather
Use: Ornamental / Popping corn
 
Harvest: Once cobs are fully mature and dry. Husks should be papery and brown, the cob firm to the touch, and kernels deep red and hard — if a fingernail dents a kernel, it’s too early, so leave it longer. After harvest, remove husks and dry cobs further somewhere warm and well-ventilated. Only pop once kernels are fully dry — if they’re even slightly soft, they won’t pop properly.
 
Days to Maturity:  112 Days
Feed: No special requirements
Height:2m
Plant Spacing:  45cm