Corn, Popcorn

My entire family enjoys the simple pleasure of growing our own flavorful popcorn! The hot popped kernels will have delicious flavor and tenderness with a fluffy shape and good color. This plant boasts good stalk strength, grain color, and successful popping. Popcorn can cross-pollinate with other varieties of sweet corn, so plant them at least 14 days apart. Plant your corn in blocks or rows of 4 or more to ensure good pollination. Leave your popcorn in the garden until the stalks are brown, the husks are dry, and the kernels are hard. Twist and snap each ear from the stalk before the first frost, then strip away the dried husks from each ear of corn. Hang or spread the ears out in a warm, dry location with good air circulation for 4 weeks to cure. The kernels are ready for storage when they can easily be twisted or rubbed from the cob. The kernels keep up to 3 years in airtight containers. Pop your homegrown popcorn on the stovetop or your usual, favorite way.