{"product_id":"purple-bolivian-corn","title":"Purple Bolivian Corn","description":"\u003cp\u003e10 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Bolivian Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e is a colorful maize variety grown for its deep purple kernels. It is generally grown for dry grain, traditional food uses, grinding, and ornamental purposes. In the Gulf, it is best planted during the cooler growing season, avoiding the extreme summer heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e🌱 Best Growing Season in the Gulf\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest sowing time:\u003c\/strong\u003e September–November.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA second sowing can be made during \u003cstrong\u003eJanuary–February\u003c\/strong\u003e where winter temperatures remain mild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e June–August because extreme heat can interfere with pollination and kernel development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest soil temperature for germination: \u003cstrong\u003e18–30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌿 Seed Sowing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds \u003cstrong\u003edirectly into the soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants \u003cstrong\u003e20–30 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave \u003cstrong\u003e60–75 cm between rows\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater thoroughly after sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist until seedlings are established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e⏱ Germination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds generally germinate within \u003cstrong\u003e5–10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e under suitable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide strong sunlight after seedlings emerge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌱 Growing \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, loose, well-drained soil enriched with compost or organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly, especially during tasseling, flowering, and ear development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a nitrogen-rich fertilizer during early growth, followed by a balanced fertilizer during ear development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse mulch around the plants to reduce evaporation and help keep the root zone cooler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌽 Pollination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in a \u003cstrong\u003eblock or several short rows\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than one long row.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroup planting improves wind pollination and helps produce well-filled ears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid growing only a few isolated plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌾 Harvest\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003edry purple corn\u003c\/strong\u003e, allow the ears to remain on the plant until the husks and kernels are completely mature and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the kernels have developed their characteristic deep purple color and have hardened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry harvested ears thoroughly in a dry, well-ventilated location before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe kernels can be used for \u003cstrong\u003egrinding, traditional food preparation, or ornamental purposes\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌡 Gulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid the extreme summer heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide light afternoon shade to young plants during unusually hot periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrip irrigation\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for efficient and consistent watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater early in the morning to reduce evaporation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young plants from strong, hot, dry winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure excellent drainage to prevent root problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tohum Dünyasi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48317642768602,"sku":null,"price":1.15,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/PurpleBolivianCorn.jpg?v=1786283472","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/purple-bolivian-corn","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}