Corn
Mountain Morado

Deep purple, anthocyanin-rich flour corn from Montana, selected by Ed Shultz. Ideal for northern gardeners.

About Mountain Morado

(Zea mays) This amazing black corn from Montana, called Mountain Morado, grows even in the north. It's a deep purple, anthocyanin-rich flour corn selected by Ed Shultz, who spent 30 years developing it. Ideal for northern gardeners wanting to grow dark purple corn for the healthful drink chicha morada. This variety adjusts well to long days and cool nights, maturing early in areas with shorter days. The short, stocky plants yield two ears each, featuring 8-row, long slender cobs, suitable for milling into fine flour. 85-90 days to maturity Full sun Sprouts in 7-10 days Soil Temperature: at least 60 F for planting Seed Depth: 1-2" Ideal Temperature: 75-80 F Plant Spacing: 12" Frost Hardy: No