Ornamental Corn Firecracker Seed
Add vibrant color and unique texture to your garden with Ornamental Corn Firecracker Seed from Harris Seeds. This annual variety thrives in full sun, producing abundant 5-inch multicolored ears on striking red stalks that reach up to 7.5 feet tall. Ideal for decorative fall displays or for harvesting, these kernels pop into small white flakes. The seeds are treated for optimal planting and come in a 1/2 lb. package, ready to ship for your spring planting. Enjoy a moderate water need and a beautiful mixed flower color.
$5.07
Owner Satisfaction
4.1
/ 5
Category Rank
6295
/ 6505
#6295 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-52%
Below average
Maturation Days
95
/ Days
Who it's for
- Striking Visual Appeal
- Relatively Easy Cultivation
- Excellent Decorative Harvest
Who should skip it
- High Space Demand
- Vulnerable to Pests and Disease
- Limited Culinary Use
Key Specs
Maturation Days
95 Days
Plant Height
90 inches
Seeds Per Pound
6000
Seeding Depth
0.5-0.75 inches
Soil Temperature
65-70°F
Germination Days
7-12 Days
Spacing in Row
9-12 inches
Available Size
1/2 lb. package
Features
- Produces 5" multicolored ears
- Striking red stalks reach 7.5' tall
- Great ornamental for fall displays
- Kernels pop into small white flakes
- Treated seeds for optimal planting
- Annual life cycle
- Vibrant addition to any garden
- Suitable for popping
What customers say
Customers enthusiastically praise the Ornamental Corn Firecracker Seed for its exceptional decorative value and striking multi-colored kernels, making it perfect for unique autumn displays. Many experienced gardeners report high satisfaction with robust growth and visually stunning harvests when optimal growing techniques are used. The core appeal lies in its high impact and novelty. However, success is highly dependent on specific environmental factors. Some reviews note inconsistent germination, suggesting that achieving the vibrant color saturation seen in promotional images requires precise soil temperature, moisture, and a long, warm growing season. This specialty corn is rewarding but best suited for gardeners prepared to meet its specific cultivation demands.
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