Corn 'Painted Mountain' (Organic)
Zea mays
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Saved from extinction by Montana farmer Dave Christensen, this ancient corn, believed to be grown by Native Americans and pioneering families of the US, is cold hardy and can be ground for flour or grown purely for its ornamental colours.
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Saved from extinction by Montana farmer, Dave Christensen, the original strains of this ancient corn were believed to be widely cultivated by native Indians and early American settlers. Painted Mountain is very cold hardy and can be ground for flour or grown purely to enjoy the rich tapestry of colours found in every cob.
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Saved from extinction by Montana farmer, Dave Christensen, the original strains of this ancient corn were believed to be widely cultivated by native Indians and early American settlers. Painted Mountain is very cold hardy and can be ground for flour or grown purely to enjoy the rich tapestry of colours found in every cob.How to grow
Growing information
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Seed sowing
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Seed count:
35
Sow method:
Sow direct
Germination:
85
Sow distance:
20cm
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Seed sowing times
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Cool:
Jan,Sep-Dec
Warm:
Jan-Feb,Aug-Dec
Hot:
Jan-Feb,Aug-Dec
Sub-tropical:
Jan-Feb,Aug-Dec
Tropical:
Jan-Dec
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| Growing needs |
Light:
Full Sun
Water:
Seasonal watering
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Plant characteristics
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Height:
1.7m
Width:
20cm
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