Description

Blue Mountain Flint Corn is a beautiful heirloom flint corn variety admired for its rich blue kernels, sturdy plants, and excellent versatility. The long, colorful ears feature dense rows of hard kernels in shades of deep blue with occasional hints of purple and silver, making this variety popular for ornamental displays as well as traditional food uses.

Known for its dependable performance and strong adaptability, Blue Mountain Flint Corn is ideal for grinding into cornmeal, flour, or hominy. Its hard kernels store exceptionally well, while the tall plants produce reliable yields and attractive ears throughout the growing season.

• Type: Open-pollinated heirloom flint corn (annual)
• Direct sow: After last frost when soil temperatures reach at least 55°F
• Sun: Full sun
• Spacing: 10–12 inches
• Height: 7–9 feet
• Ear size: 8–10 inches
• Days to harvest: 100–110 days

Blue Mountain Flint Corn grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture during pollination and ear development. Plant in blocks rather than single rows for proper wind pollination and full kernel formation. Allow ears to dry fully on the stalk before harvesting for best storage quality, grinding, or decorative use.

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