Ornamental Corn Oxacana Green Dent Seed
Best choice for gardeners seeking unique fall decor and versatile harvests.
Add a unique splash of color to your harvest displays with Ornamental Corn Oxacana Green Dent Seed. This variety yields impressive 8-10 inch ears adorned with striking emerald green kernels. Perfect for fall decorations, these versatile dent kernels can also be ground into flour or used as animal feed. As an annual vegetable, this open-pollinated corn is ready to ship, offering an interesting addition to your garden planning and a unique element for seasonal decor.
$27.03
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
4592
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#4592 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
+155%
Above average
Maturation Days
95
/ Days
Who it's for
- Decorators seeking unique, vibrant accents for autumn displays
- Homesteaders interested in milling their own heirloom corn flour
- Gardeners wanting tall, structural plants for privacy or screening
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions with short, frost-prone growing seasons
- Growers in areas prone to high winds or severe storms
- Small-plot gardeners unable to isolate crops from neighboring corn
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Emerald green kernels provide a standout aesthetic for seasonal harvest displays.
Culinary Versatility
Functions as both a decorative showpiece and a functional milling grain.
Growth Predictability
Open-pollinated genetics ensure consistent traits across every harvest cycle.
Space Requirements
Requires significant garden footprint due to the tall, robust plant structure.
Germination Reliability
Standard soil temperature requirements make for a straightforward, predictable planting process.
Harvest Utility
Large ears offer substantial yield for decorative or supplemental feed purposes.
Key Specs
Maturation Days
95 Days
Plant Height
108 inches
Soil Temperature
65-70°F for germination
Seeding Depth
1.25-1.5 inches
Spacing in Row
9-12 inches
Spacing Between Rows
3-4 feet
Germination Days
6-10 Days
Planting Method
Direct Sow
Features
- Striking emerald green kernels
- Large 8-10 inch ears
- Ideal for fall decorations
- Kernels can be ground into flour
- Suitable for animal feed
- Open-pollinated variety
- Ready to ship
What customers say
Customer enthusiasm for the Ornamental Corn Oxacana Green Dent Seed centers on its exceptional aesthetic quality and successful growth. Reviewers consistently celebrate the striking, deep green color of the mature kernels, noting the ears are perfect for unique fall decorations and specialty flour. Growers report robust germination rates and appreciate the vigor and hardiness of the established plants. While most satisfaction is high, a few users mentioned slight variability in germination success, suggesting the variety needs careful attention to soil conditions during planting. Overall, the consensus is that this seed delivers a rewarding experience, offering a distinctive, high-value ornamental crop that is difficult to find elsewhere.
Know before you buy
While it is a popular choice for fall displays, it is a functional dent corn. You can grind the kernels into flour for baking or use them as a nutritious supplement for animal feed.
This variety is quite vigorous, reaching heights of approximately 108 inches. Be sure to choose a planting location that can accommodate these tall stalks and provide adequate wind protection.
For the best germination results, ensure your soil temperature is between 65-70°F. Plant the seeds at a depth of 1.25-1.5 inches in a spot that receives full sun.
Space your seeds 9-12 inches apart within the row, with 3-4 feet of space between each row. This spacing ensures proper airflow and gives the plants enough room to develop their 8-10 inch ears.
Oaxacan Green Dent corn typically matures in 95 days. You can expect to see germination within 6-10 days after planting, provided the soil conditions are optimal.
Yes, this is an open-pollinated variety. This means you can save the seeds from your harvest to replant in future seasons, and they will generally grow true to the parent plant.
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