{"product_id":"rainbow-flint-corn","title":"Rainbow Flint Corn","description":"\u003cp\u003e10 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRainbow Flint Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e is a colorful flint-type maize known for its hard, multicolored kernels. It is primarily grown for dry grain, decorative use, grinding into cornmeal, or traditional cooking. In the Gulf, it performs best when planted during the cooler warm-season periods rather than the extreme summer.\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 planting 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 grain 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 immediately after sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil consistently 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\u003eOnce seedlings emerge, provide plenty of direct sunlight.\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 Regular watering is essential, 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 protect roots from Gulf heat.\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\u003eGood plant density helps wind pollination and improves kernel formation.\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\u003eRainbow Flint Corn is generally harvested when the ears and kernels are \u003cstrong\u003efully mature and dry\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the husks to dry and turn brown before harvesting for dry grain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter harvest, dry the ears thoroughly in a well-ventilated, dry location before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe colorful kernels can be used for \u003cstrong\u003edecorative purposes, grinding, cornmeal, or traditional cooking\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\u003eDuring unusually hot periods, provide light afternoon shade to young plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrip irrigation\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for efficient water use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater early in the morning to reduce evaporation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young plants from strong, hot, drying 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":48314082853082,"sku":null,"price":1.4,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/JAFFHKGYIS1062022121044_gokkusa-i-misir.jpg?v=1786186927","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/rainbow-flint-corn","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}