Bloody Butcher's Dent Corn seeds
The name "Bloody Butcher's Dent" comes from how this heirloom variety grows. When young, the kernels are extremely pale, almost white. As the corn grows and matures, the kernels begin to turn red, dark red, and burgundy. The name is derived from a white butchers apron after a hard days work.
This corn has a few uses. When picked young, it is edible and semi-sweet. Once the cobs have matured and dried, they excel as ornamental decorations. If you chose to, you could also pop the dried kernels for your heirloom popcorn or you could grind them into cornmeal. This variety also grows very tall, approx. 10-12".
Seed count: 30
Botanic name:
Zea mays
Plant spacing:
- 3" - 6" apart
- 24" - 36" for rows
Color:
Various kernels in shades of red, dark red, and auburn.
Sowing depth:
1-2"
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
Ground into flours, cornmeal, or used for animal feed. Adds interest to fall displays and wreathes.
Frost hardy:
No
Maturity days:
110 days
Life cycle:
Annual
Start indoors:
No
Container friendly:
Yes, to a degree. Corn can be grown in containers although with less impressive results. Stalks may be shorter and corn production may decrease and result in smaller ears.
