Ornamental Corn Earth Tones Dent Seed
Best heirloom corn for autumn decorators and homesteaders seeking versatile harvests.
Embrace the rustic charm of autumn with the Ornamental Corn Earth Tones Dent Seed. This heirloom reselection offers ears that mature to a beautiful 8 to 10 inches, showcasing a captivating array of muted earth tones including gold, bronze, mauve-pink, green, brown, and blue. Beyond its decorative appeal for fall displays, this versatile corn can be ground into flour or used as feed for animals and birds. As an annual vegetable seed, it's ideal for direct sowing, adding a unique touch to your garden and harvest preparations.
$16.79
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4.6
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Category Rank
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#3177 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
+58%
Above average
Seeds Per Pound
1700
Who it's for
- Decorators seeking a refined, natural aesthetic for autumn displays
- Crafters needing durable materials for long-lasting seasonal arrangements
- Home gardeners prioritizing high-yield, vigorous plant performance
Who should skip it
- Gardeners hoping to harvest corn for fresh eating or snacking
- Urban gardeners with limited space for isolating different corn varieties
- Growers unable to commit to consistent pest management and protection
Performance breakdown
Visual Aesthetic Appeal
Muted earth tones provide a sophisticated, rustic look for autumn displays.
Versatility of Use
Functions equally well as seasonal decor, animal feed, or milled flour.
Ease of Cultivation
Direct sowing requirements make this an accessible choice for home gardeners.
Germination Reliability
Standard six to ten day window ensures predictable early season growth.
Heirloom Genetic Integrity
Careful reselection preserves the unique character of these traditional corn varieties.
Harvest Efficiency
Ninety day maturity cycle fits perfectly within most standard growing seasons.
Key Specs
Seeds Per Pound
1700
Maturation Days
90 Days
Soil Temperature
65-70°F
Seeding Depth
1.25-1.5"
Germination Days
6-10 Days
Planting Method
Direct Sow
Spacing in Row
9-12"
Spacing Between Rows
3-4'
Features
- Heirloom reselection for unique character
- Ears display muted earth tone colors
- Ears grow 8 to 10 inches long
- Excellent for fall decorative displays
- Usable as flour or animal feed
- Annual life cycle vegetable seed
- Untreated raw seed style
What customers say
This ornamental corn seed earns high praise for its exceptional aesthetic appeal and dependable growth. Gardeners consistently love the stunning, varied earth tone palette, perfect for seasonal decorations and crafting. A major highlight is the reliable, high germination rate, ensuring successful yields even for novice growers. While most feedback is glowing, a small number of customers noted slight natural variability in the final ear pigmentation, occasionally lacking the deepest expected earth tones. Overall, the generous yield provides outstanding value. Customers view this seed as a highly reliable, high impact choice that consistently meets decorative expectations.
Know before you buy
While it is primarily grown for its decorative appearance, this is a dent corn variety that can be ground into flour or used as animal and bird feed. It is not typically eaten as sweet corn on the cob.
This variety takes approximately 90 days to reach maturity after planting. You should plan your sowing time accordingly to ensure the ears are ready for your fall displays.
These seeds require a soil temperature between 65-70°F to germinate successfully. They should be direct sown at a depth of 1.25 to 1.5 inches in a location that receives full sun.
For optimal growth, space your seeds 9 to 12 inches apart within the row. Rows should be spaced 3 to 4 feet apart to allow for proper airflow and development.
No, these are untreated raw seeds. They are an heirloom reselection variety, meaning they have been preserved for their specific characteristics rather than modified.
Once mature, the ears typically grow to a length of 8 to 10 inches. They feature a diverse range of muted earth tones, including bronze, mauve-pink, green, gold, blue, and brown.
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