{"product_id":"martian-jewels-corn-seeds","title":"Martian Jewels Sweet Corn Seeds (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMartian Jewel Corn: Varietal Features: Martian Jewel corn (Zea mays) is a striking, multi-colored corn known for its vibrant kernels that range from red to yellow, resembling the colors of jewels. Climatic Preference: Thriving in warm climates, this corn variety requires full sun and well-draining soil for optimal growth. Culinary Use: While primarily grown for ornamental purposes due to its stunning appearance, some gardeners use it for popcorn or decorative cornmeal. Planting Martian Jewel Corn: Seed Selection: Obtain high-quality seeds from reputable suppliers to ensure germination success and vibrant colors in the harvested corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Culinary Use: While primarily grown for ornamental purposes due to its stunning appearance, some gardeners use it for popcorn or decorative cornmeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-Pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Timing of Harvest: Harvest Martian Jewel corn when kernels are fully mature and hardened, typically 80-100 days after…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring or Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct Sow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded soil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.6 - 7.0 or 7.1 - 7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow Martian Jewels Sweet Corn after the soil has warmed, arranging plants in a block rather than one long row when space permits. Block planting places more plants near one another during wind pollination. Thin to the recorded spacing and check root-zone moisture as stalks develop. Harvest timing depends on the corn type: sweet corn is picked for fresh kernels, while flour, popcorn, and ornamental types remain longer to dry. Use the product’s maturity and harvest cues when evaluating ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore sowing Martian Jewels Sweet Corn, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore related options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/corn-seeds\"\u003eCorn Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Diego Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40453732171889,"sku":"SNV1014","price":5.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/SNV1014-MartianJewelsCornSeeds-SeedPack.jpg?v=1747080652","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/martian-jewels-corn-seeds","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}