Miniature Blue Popcorn

Miniature Blue Popcorn is an heirloom popping corn with striking bright blue kernels on small ears. The kernels pop into uniform, tender puffs with a rich, fresh flavor that store-bought popcorn cannot match.

At a glance

• Variety: Miniature Blue popcorn (Zea mays everta)
• Type: Heirloom popping corn, open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Kernels: Bright blue on miniature ears
• Sun: Full sun
• Use: Popping, ornamental display

Best for

• Homegrown, freshly popped popcorn
• Colorful ornamental and autumn display
• Family and kids' garden projects
• Seed saving from open-pollinated ears
• Small-batch specialty growing

How to grow

Direct sow after the soil has warmed and frost has passed, planting in blocks of several short rows rather than a single line for good pollination. Space in full sun with fertile soil, water consistently, and let ears dry fully on the stalk before harvesting for popping.

Flavor profile

Rich, fresh, and full-flavored with tender, uniform puffs that outshine store-bought popcorn.

About MIgardener

MIgardener is a Michigan-based family company offering affordable, non-GMO heirloom seeds and gardening supplies, with a mission to make growing your own food simple and accessible.