{"product_id":"org-corn-dakota-black-popcorn","title":"Dakota Black Popcorn Corn","description":"\u003cp\u003eDakota Black Popcorn Corn is a striking heirloom variety celebrated for its rich flavor and unique appearance. The kernels are a deep, glossy black that pop into tender, white morsels with a delightful crunch. Renowned for its notable flavor, this popcorn offers a slightly nutty and earthy taste, making it a favorite among gourmet snack enthusiasts. Beyond its culinary appeal, the dramatic coloring adds a touch of elegance to any pantry or table. This variety thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, reaching an average height of 6-8 feet, making it a stunning addition to any garden.\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 Dakota Black Popcorn Corn is a striking heirloom variety known for its rich flavor and unique appearance.\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\u003eSoil Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-90°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-14 Days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight At Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-8 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays To Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90-110 Days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun\/Shade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing After Thinning:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow Dakota Black Popcorn 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 Dakota Black Popcorn 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":"Territorial Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21549320142961,"sku":"SNV1536","price":4.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/SNV1536-Dakota-Black-Popcorn-Corn.png?v=1747082157","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/org-corn-dakota-black-popcorn","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}