Corn, Parch 'Magenta Parch'

Zeamays

Family
Poaceae (poh-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Zea (ZEE-uh)
Species
mays (maze)
Synonym
Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Other Details
Seed Collecting
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Soil pH requirements
Seed Type
Days to Maturity
Kernel Color
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Hermiston, Oregon

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
1
neutral
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negative
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Hermiston, OR | October 2009 | positive

The only problem I had with this corn was the same as with the other varieties I have grown - ear worms, etc. because I don't spray. Tha...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | November 2005 | neutral

A red flint corn that can be used as an ornamental, or for corn meal. It is cosidered especially suitable for making Parched corn.

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