{"product_id":"strawberry-popcorn-seeds","title":"Strawberry Popcorn Seeds – Zea mays","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStrawberry Popcorn · \u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e · Jewel-Red Popcorn Maize\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall, jewel-like ears with deep red kernels make Strawberry Popcorn one of the most charming additions to a colourful kitchen garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis heritage-style popcorn maize is grown for its compact decorative ears and hard kernels, which can be dried and prepared as popcorn when fully mature and dry. The little ears also make beautiful seasonal harvest displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBotanical \u0026amp; Packet Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Strawberry Popcorn maize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacket contents: approximately 30 planting seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest character: small ears with rich red kernels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect-sow in warm soil after the last risk of frost. Plant approximately 2–4cm deep in fertile soil and water consistently. Arrange plants in several short rows or a block rather than a single straight line so wind-carried pollen can reach the silks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: fertile, compost-rich and well drained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: keep regularly watered, especially during flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollination: plant in blocks for better kernel set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest: leave ears to mature and dry thoroughly before storing kernels for popcorn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Precautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrawberry Popcorn may cross-pollinate with other nearby maize varieties. Avoid eating treated or unprocessed planting seeds. Dry harvested ears thoroughly before long-term storage to discourage mould.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed counts are approximate. Germination rates and growth vary with season, moisture and temperature. Store unused seed packets sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight. These seeds are supplied for planting, not direct consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flowers from my Meadow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51326023696706,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/3537\/6706\/files\/Strawberry_Popcorn_Seeds.png?v=1779962444","url":"https:\/\/flowersfrommymeadow.co.za\/products\/strawberry-popcorn-seeds","provider":"Flowers from my Meadow ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}