Description
50 Seeds per pack
(Zea mays) 110-120 days. A beautiful blood red and dark red mix. Bloody Butcher Non GMO Corn is an old heirloom dent corn dating from the 1800s. Main uses are meal and flour, but also tastes good roasted, and can be eaten fresh when young. Makes lovely fall decoration. Plants grow 10-12′ tall, bearing at least two 10-12″ ears per stalk. Withstands heavy winds and drought well.
Planting Instructions for Bloody Butcher Non-GMO Corn Seeds
Bloody Butcher Non GMO Corn is a warm to hot season annual, sensitive to cool soil. Direct seed heirloom corn when soil reaches 65-70°F. Plant seeds 1- 2″ deep, 4-6″ apart, in rows 20-30″ apart, in full sun. Corn is wind pollinated, so plant in blocks of at least 4 rows. Germination should occur in 4 – 10 days in soil 65-85°F. When plants reach 4-5″ tall thin to 8-12″ apart.
FAQ:
What is the history of Bloody Butcher Corn?
Bloody Butcher Corn is a historic heirloom dent corn variety dating back to the 1800s, known for its striking blood red and dark red kernels.
What are the main uses for Bloody Butcher Corn?
Bloody Butcher Corn is primarily used for making meal and flour but can also be enjoyed roasted or eaten fresh when harvested young. It also serves as an attractive fall decoration.
How tall do Bloody Butcher Corn plants grow, and how many ears do they produce?
The plants grow to an impressive height of 10-12 feet and typically produce at least two ears per stalk, each ear measuring around 10-12 inches.
How well does Bloody Butcher Corn withstand adverse weather conditions?
Bloody Butcher Corn is known for its resilience, with good tolerance to heavy winds and drought conditions, making it a hardy option for growers.
Is Bloody Butcher Corn a GMO variety?
No, Bloody Butcher Corn is a Non-GMO heirloom variety, preserving its traditional characteristics and natural qualities.
Melissa C. (verified owner) –
Our experimental patch was a success this year. It is in the worst conditions you can imagine, and patchy water all the way. We have most of the stalks reaching a couple feet over my head with big ears filling out!
Suzanne (verified owner) –
What survived our squirrels are.doing great
Clifford Jewell (verified owner) –
Excited for the next growing season!
Rachael S. (verified owner) –
I loved everything I got from this company. I will continue to order from them.