Corn Seeds – Rainbow

Rainbow Corn, known for its stunning multicolored kernels, is both edible and decorative, making it a unique addition to home gardens and ornamental displays. Each ear displays a mix of vibrant hues such as red, blue, yellow, and purple, creating a striking visual appeal. This variety grows well in warm climates and can be used for culinary purposes or as natural décor for crafts and displays.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Annual grain crop

• Variety Name: Rainbow Decorative Edible Corn

• Growth Habit: Upright stalk, produces medium to large ears

• Kernel Colors: Multicolored – red, blue, yellow, purple, and cream

• Maturity: Approximately 100–110 days from sowing

• Growing Season: Warm season crop; best grown in late spring through summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–11

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 9–11: February–June

  • Zones 7–8: March–May

  • Zones 5–6: April–June

  • Zones 4 and below: Start indoors in April, transplant after frost

• Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Needs: Well-drained, fertile soil with good moisture retention

• Watering: Regular watering, keeping soil evenly moist but not waterlogged

• Uses: Edible when cooked or ground into meal; ideal for crafts, decorations, and displays