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Red Strawberry Popcorn seeds grow into upright/erect plants reaching 49–60 in and producing 2–3 in ears. The red kernels are suited to block planting, dependable pollination, dry o r fresh harvest, and seed saving. Red Strawberry Popcorn Seeds produce red Strawberry Popcorn charms the eye with its ruby, strawberry shaped ears and rewards the table with tender, bright white popped kernels full of old fashioned flavor. About Red Strawberry Popcorn Red Strawberry Popcorn is an annual popcorn with red color, 49–60 in mature height or spread, and an upright/erect habit. Harvest form or size: 2–3 in ears. Botanically it is Zea mays L. Maturity or first bloom: 90-99 Days; germination: 7-10 Days at 70–85 °F. Best for block planting, dependable pollination, dry or fresh harvest, and seed saving. When dried, they pop into bright white, tender flakes, their flavor mild, clean, and pleasantly old fashioned. History and provenance University Extension records identify Strawberry Popcorn by its mahogany-red, strawberry-shaped miniature ears and popcorn use. The exact identity of the seed lot remains tied to its supplier and lot records, so no additional lineage is assigned beyond the cited record. Growers saving seed should keep the original packet, source, year, and selection notes with the lot. Each plant lifts small clusters of jewel toned cobs above its foliage, the kernels rich and glossy, catching sunlight with a warm, garnet glow. When dried, they pop into bright white, tender flakes, their flavor mild, clean, and pleasantly old fashioned. Though charming enough for decorative harvest displays, it remains a true popcorn at heart - dependable, sturdy, and generous. Long favored by gardeners for its ornamental beauty and practical use, Red Strawberry Popcorn bridges craftsmanship and cultivation. Growing facts Scientific name Zea mays L. Life cycle Annual Maturity / first bloom 90-99 Days Germination 7-10 Days at 70–85 °F Seed depth 1 in Plant height / spread 49–60 in Growth habit Upright/Erect Spacing 10 in between plants; 30 in between rows Sunlight Full sun Soil Loamy; pH 6.0–6.5 Water Moderate Support No-Support Starting Red Strawberry Popcorn from seed How to grow Red Strawberry Popcorn Botanical identity: Zea mays L. Life cycle: Annual. Sow 1 in and use a seed-zone temperature near 70–85 °F. Expected emergence: 7-10 Days. Direct sow after frost when the seed zone is warm; do not soak seed in cold or waterlogged soil Plant during Late Spring. Space plants 10 in apart with 30 in between rows or planting bands. Provide Full sun, moderate water, and loamy near pH 6.0–6.5. Support: No-Support. Garden performance and care Plant Red Strawberry Popcorn in a block rather than one long row so wind-carried pollen reaches the silks. Keep the bed evenly watered from tasseling through ear fill, and protect mature ears from birds and mammals if seed saving. Expected emergence is 7-10 Days; the listed maturity or bloom timing is 90-99 Days. Harvest, bloom, and uses Red Strawberry Popcorn is best for block planting, dependable pollination, dry or fresh harvest, and seed saving. Harvest form or size: 2–3 in ears. Color at the principal harvest or mature stage: Red. When dried, they pop into bright white, tender flakes, their flavor mild, clean, and pleasantly old fashioned. Saving seed Seed saving for Red Strawberry Popcorn Select several healthy, true-to-type plants so the saved lot represents the variety rather than one unusually early or large individual. Corn is wind-pollinated and highly outcrossing. Grow a substantial population in a block rather than one long row, and isolate the seed crop from other corn by distance, flowering time, or controlled pollination. Mark representative plants before pollen shed and remove clear off-types before they contribute pollen. For seed, leave ears until husks are brown and kernels are hard. Harvest before prolonged wet weather or animal loss, remove husks, and dry ears with strong air circulation until kernels cannot be dented with a fingernail. Shell, screen, and winnow only after full dry-down. Label the crop, cultivar, lot, year, field, population size, isolation method, selected plants, and any unusual ears. Store fully dry seed cool, dark, and protected from moisture and rodents. Test germination before an important planting. Common problems Red Strawberry Popcorn can be affected by poor pollination, corn earworm, armyworms, stalk lodging, smut, leaf diseases, birds, and rodents. Plant in a block, maintain even moisture at tasseling and silking, use balanced fertility, rotate crops, and inspect ears before storage. Uneven kernel fill usually points to pollen or silk stress rather than a seed-count problem. Frequently asked questions When is Red Strawberry Popcorn ready? 90-99 Days from direct sowing to dry seed or fully mature harvest How long does germination take? Expect 7-10 Days near 70–85 °F; actual emergence changes with moisture, seed condition, and soil temperature. How large does it grow? About 49–60 in with an upright/erect habit. Support: No-Support. Can it grow in a container? Best in an in-ground block large enough for dependable wind pollination; not recommended as a single container specimen. How is it used? Primary uses: block planting, dependable pollination, dry or fresh harvest, and seed saving. When dried, they pop into bright white, tender flakes, their flavor mild, clean, and pleasantly old fashioned. Can I save seed? Yes where the crop biology allows, but keep compatible varieties isolated, use several healthy plants, wait for full seed maturity, dry thoroughly, and label the lot. Minimum Seed Count:20 seeds Show more