Ornamental Corn Ruby Red F1 Seed
Best choice for gardeners wanting vibrant autumn decor and edible snacks.
Enhance your autumn landscape with Ornamental Corn Ruby Red F1 Seed from Harris Seeds. This high-yielding hybrid variety produces striking ears, 5-7 inches long, featuring glossy, deep burgundy red kernels perfect for fall displays. Mature plants reach 8-9 feet tall and exhibit strong resistance to lodging. The kernels pop into butterfly flakes with excellent expansion, making them ideal for decorative use or popping. This treated seed is ready for planting, offering a visually stunning and productive addition to your garden.
$7.82
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
3177
/ 6090
#3177 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-26%
Below average
Maturation Days
100
/ Days
Who it's for
- Decorators seeking high-impact seasonal displays
- Commercial growers prioritizing consistent, high-yield harvests
- Crafters creating long-lasting, durable dried arrangements
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners preferring affordable seed options
- Homesteaders who want to save seeds for future seasons
- Gardeners living in regions with short growing seasons
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Glossy burgundy kernels create a standout aesthetic for seasonal autumn displays.
Structural Integrity
Strong resistance to lodging keeps tall stalks upright throughout the season.
Culinary Versatility
Dual-purpose kernels transition seamlessly from decorative centerpieces to butterfly popcorn.
Yield Potential
Hybrid genetics ensure a consistent and productive harvest for home gardeners.
Growth Consistency
Uniform maturation timing simplifies the planning process for seasonal garden beds.
Germination Reliability
Treated seeds provide a dependable head start under optimal soil conditions.
Key Specs
Maturation Days
100 Days
Plant Height
60-84 inches
Soil Temperature
65-70°F for germination
Germination Days
7-12 Days
Seeding Depth
0.5-0.75 inches
Spacing in Row
9-12 inches
Spacing Between Rows
3-4 feet
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Features
- Striking glossy burgundy red kernels
- Ears measure 5-7 inches long
- Plants grow robustly to 8-9 feet
- Strong resistance to lodging
- Kernels pop into butterfly flakes
- Excellent popping expansion
- High-yielding hybrid variety
- Ideal for vibrant fall displays
What customers say
This ornamental corn earns high praise primarily for its exceptional aesthetic quality. Growers consistently love the deep, saturated ruby red color, noting the mature cobs are visually stunning and perfect for premium fall and holiday displays. The F1 hybrid proves reliable, with many reporting excellent germination and vigorous growth. While the initial cost is higher than standard varieties, customers agree the superior color intensity and uniformity fully justify the investment. This seed is highly recommended for anyone prioritizing unique, high quality decorative harvests that truly stand out.
Know before you buy
You can do both. While the deep burgundy kernels are primarily grown for their striking appearance in fall displays, they are also functional popping corn that produces butterfly-style flakes.
These plants are quite robust and typically reach a height of 8 to 9 feet. Because of their stature, they are bred with strong resistance to lodging, meaning they are less likely to fall over in the wind.
For the best germination results, plant your seeds in soil that is between 65°F and 70°F. You should sow them at a depth of 0.5 to 0.75 inches in a location that receives full sun.
To ensure healthy growth, space your seeds 9 to 12 inches apart within the row. You should leave 3 to 4 feet of space between each row to allow for proper airflow and maintenance.
This hybrid variety takes approximately 100 days to reach full maturity. Once established, you can expect to harvest ears that measure between 5 and 7 inches in length.
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