{"product_id":"corn-floriani-red-flint","title":"Corn, 'Floriani Red Flint'","description":"\u003cp\u003eKnown as \"spinna rossa della Valsugana\" in its native alpine home, the Sugana Valley in the Northern Italian province of Trentino, Floriani is an old land-race variety selected by the local farmers for many generations for one purpose: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003epolenta\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Like grits to the American south, polenta is at the center of the hearty rustic gastronomy of these southern foothills of the Alps, coarsely ground and slow-cooked to creamy perfection. Its flavor is exceptional, and while polenta is its traditional preparation, it is equally at home ground for corncakes and breads. We at Uprising have a soft spot for the Italian staple though and there are few dishes craved more than \u003cem\u003epolenta ai funghi de bosco\u003c\/em\u003e, soft polenta topped with porcini mushrooms. If you like, grate in some sharp alpine cheese like pecorino, grill something from the chicory family, open a bottle of Nebbiolo and spend a couple of hours with friends. \u003cbr\u003e90-100 days. WG\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacket: 1oz (80 seeds)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[split]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrowing Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSOWING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeeds can be sown late spring (May) and into early Summer. Direct seeding recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/em\u003e Corn prefers warmer ambient and soil temperatures (60F+), well-drained, light and loamy soils with a neutral to slightly acidic (6-6.8) pH, and ample water. Seeds may be sown every 3 weeks through early summer or stagger with different maturing varieties.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePLANTING DEPTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1-2\" This will depend on soil type and moisture. Drier soils require deeper sowing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSPACING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2-3 seeds per linear foot, thinning to 8-12\" between plants in rows 2-3' apart. \u003cbr\u003eSmaller blocks of 4 rows versus one long row will ensure good pollination. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEMERGENCE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5-14 days @ soil temp 60-65F\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLIGHT:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFull sun is best!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFERTILITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCorn is a heavy feeder, especially of Nitrogen, and is thirsty, needing ample water, especially from tassel to harvest. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn addition of compost\/high Nitrogen fertilizer is beneficial mid-season\/knee-high.  \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eADDITIONAL NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemember that corn prefers warm temperatures, lots of water, fertility, and space. Keep em weeded, and remember that they have shallow roots!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo prevent seed rot, sow seeds at soil temperatures 60F+ and do not overwater. \u003cbr\u003eDry corn and Popcorn seeds can germinate at \u003cem\u003eslightly \u003c\/em\u003elower soil temperatures. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo avoid cross-pollination of Sweet and Supersweet varieties, you may stagger plantings, isolate by 25+', or choose varieties with different maturation dates. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHarvest Sweet corn when silk is brown\/dry, and kernels are milky. Waiting too long will cause excess starchiness. Eat Sweet corn fresh! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHarvest Popcorn and Dry\/Flour corn when the seed color is fully saturated and the seeds are hard and glossy. Then, cure in a well-ventilated, covered space. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePopcorn will only pop when a low enough moisture content (13-14.5%) is achieved. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uprising Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt","offer_id":37836082970798,"sku":"COR-FL-pkt","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 lb","offer_id":37836083003566,"sku":"COR-FL-1\/2lb","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":37836083036334,"sku":"COR-FL-1lb","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0504\/6203\/2046\/products\/floriani2_1_2.jpg?v=1606175141","url":"https:\/\/www.uprisingorganics.sbs\/products\/corn-floriani-red-flint","provider":"Uprising Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}