Corn: Popcorn ‘Neon Pink’ Seed
Short-season, miniature popcorn variety, yield pink kernels with a high popping rate, make fluffy white popcorn with a delightful and rich, nutty flavour, surpassing store-bought options. Full sun, fertile, well-drained soil, mulch to keep soil consistently moist, tolerates heat and drought, an application of high-nitrogen fertilizer at least two times throughout the growing season will promote vigorous growth and result in a good yield of about two to three ears per plant, with an average length of 13-15cm. These seeds come directly from our small farm here in Kabwe where we have been growing and breeding corn varieties for some years. We have observed that dry Neon Pink Corn exhibits exceptional resistance to weevils during storage, eliminating the need for chemical pesticides.
100 seeds
14 in stock
ZK30.00
14 in stock
Popcorn 'Neon Pink' is a beautiful and unique heirloom popcorn variety that produces stunning ears covered in bright pink kernels. The ornamental ears add vibrant colour to the garden and make attractive decorations, while the kernels pop into delicious, fluffy white popcorn with excellent flavour. Easy to grow and highly productive, Neon Pink is a wonderful choice for gardeners looking for both beauty and a tasty harvest.
Days to Harvest: 95–110 days
Growing Instructions:
- Sow seeds directly into the garden.
- Plant seeds 2–3 cm deep and 20–30 cm apart.
- Space rows 60–90 cm apart.
- Plant in blocks of several short rows rather than a single long row to ensure good pollination.
- Choose a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, especially during tasseling and ear development.
- Feed with compost or a balanced fertilizer for strong growth and high yields.
- Allow ears to mature and dry fully on the plant before harvesting.
- Once harvested, continue drying the ears in a well-ventilated location before shelling and popping.
A striking heirloom popcorn variety that combines ornamental beauty with delicious home-grown popcorn. Perfect for gardens, decorative displays, and family popcorn nights.
