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Popcorn 'Blue Corn' Miniature (2–4" Long) – 20 Seeds

Popcorn 'Blue Corn' Miniature (2–4" Long) – 20 Seeds

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Blue miniature popcorn growing facts

Botanical name Zea mays var. everta
Plant type Warm-season annual
When to sow After last frost when soil is 60°F+
Sowing depth 1–1.5 inches
Spacing 8–10 in, planted in blocks
Germination 7–10 days
Sun Full sun
Days to harvest About 100–110 days (dry on stalk)
Mature size 4–5 ft tall
Seeds per pack 20
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Blue Miniature Popcorn – Beautiful, Bite-Sized, and Perfectly Pop-able

Add a pop of color and flavor to your garden with Blue Miniature Popcorn, a unique heirloom variety prized for its striking deep blue kernels, compact ears, and excellent popping quality. Each 2–4 inch ear is packed with vivid, glossy kernels that dry to a rich indigo hue—beautiful enough for decorative use, yet fully edible for delicious, nutty-flavored popcorn.

Perfect for small gardens or fall displays, these plants grow 4–5 feet tall and produce multiple ears per stalk. Once harvested and dried, the kernels pop into fluffy white popcorn with a slightly crunchy texture and a subtly sweet, earthy taste.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Eye-Catching Color – Unique blue kernels are stunning fresh or dried.
  • Tasty & Tender Popcorn – Pops white with a mildly nutty flavor.
  • Compact & Productive – Ideal for small spaces and ornamental use.
  • Perfect for Crafts & Décor – Great for fall arrangements, wreaths, and centerpieces.
  • Heirloom Variety – Naturally non-GMO and full of charm.

Growing Tips

  • Plant in full sun after danger of frost has passed.
  • Sow in blocks for best pollination, spacing 8–10 inches apart.
  • Allow ears to fully dry on the stalk before harvesting for popping.
  • Store dried ears in a cool, dry place, then shell kernels for popping fun all year round.

Whether you’re growing it for the kitchen or the craft table, Blue Miniature Popcorn brings color, flavor, and fun to every harvest.

Blue miniature popcorn FAQ

When should I plant popcorn?

Sow 1–2 weeks after last frost once soil is warm. In Warm regions (zones 8–10), plant early so ears mature before peak summer heat.

Why plant in a block?

Corn is wind-pollinated; a block of short rows gives better-filled ears.

When is it ready to pop?

Let ears dry fully on the stalk, then cure indoors a few more weeks before shelling.

Can I grow it near sweet corn?

Keep it well apart or time plantings differently; cross-pollination can spoil sweet corn quality.

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David R
Would buy again

Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.

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Thomas B
Highly recommend

Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.

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Grace Y
Nice packaging

Good germination so far. Excited to grow these in my raised beds this season.