{"product_id":"martian-jewels","title":"Martian Jewels Sweet Corn","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMartian Jewels Sweet Corn, Heirloom Seeds — An Out-of-This-World Heirloom with Stunning Color \u0026amp; Rich Flavor\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMartian Jewels is a showstopper in the garden — 8\"–10\" ears of pearl-white kernels set against deep violet cobs, stems, and husks that look like they landed from another planet. But the real magic is in the story behind it. This open-pollinated variety was carefully developed using Native American Hopi blue corn as a parent, loading each kernel with beneficial anthocyanins (antioxidants) while preserving a classic, slightly less sweet corn flavor that modern hybrids have all but abandoned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThree Ways to Harvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh eating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest at peak milk stage for tender, subtly sweet corn on the cob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChowder \u0026amp; breads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let it mature a bit longer as sugars subside for a richer, starchier bite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried flour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow full dry-down on the stalk and grind the striking kernels into a nutritious, colorful flour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Martian Jewels?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStriking ornamental appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e — violet stalks and husks make a garden statement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-pollinated \u0026amp; seed-saving friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e — save seed year after year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh in anthocyanins\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most antioxidant-rich sweet corns available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile harvest window\u003c\/strong\u003e — fresh, semi-dry, or fully dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA true conversation piece\u003c\/strong\u003e — at the farmers market or dinner table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow after last frost when soil has warmed to at least 60°F. Plant in blocks of at least 4 rows for good pollination. Space 12 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart. Full sun. Water consistently, especially during tasseling and silking. Harvest at 70–75 days for fresh eating, or allow to fully dry on the stalk for flour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–75 days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacket size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~25+ seeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO, Annual\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–10\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Box Garden Seeds LLC","offers":[{"title":"~25+ Seeds","offer_id":44209007394950,"sku":"25-ORG-90-625-2027OT","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"~50+ Seeds","offer_id":44223712297094,"sku":"50-ORG-90-625-2027OT","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2669\/3330\/files\/SweetCornMartianJewelsOrganiC.jpg?v=1786079313","url":"https:\/\/bgseedsllc.com\/products\/martian-jewels","provider":"Box Garden Seeds LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}