Growing Sweet Yellow Popcorn Shoots
- Latin Name: Zea mays everta
- Presoak: 8 hours (cold water)
- Sow Rate: 12 to 16 oz
- Suitable Growth Medium: Soil (preferred) or Hydroponic
- Germ time: 2-3 Days
- Harvest time: 7 - 10 Days
- Color:A bright yellow that turns to a light green
- Flavor: A sugary sweet flavor
- Texture: Fresh and crunchy
- Nutrients: Vitamins A, B, C, and E, calcium, chlorophyll, and magnesium
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Seeds Per Package:
- 1 lb - Approximately 2,400 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 12,000 Seeds
- 25 lb - Approximately 60,000 Seeds
Sweet corn microgreen shoots are easy to grow and will grow well on soil or a hydroponic grow mat, but we prefer soil for this amazing micro. There are a few key differences in growing technique on this micro from most other micros you have grown. With corn shoots you must harvest at around 7 days. If grown longer than that they begin to develop their leaves which are very fibrous and not good to eat.
Also, grow your shoots in the dark for the entire time. Exposure to light will cause them to turn green and develop fibers. The flavor also changes considerably. Try a cabinet or bin of some kind to keep out the light.
Corn shoots are incredibly sweet and make a great garnish for salads or other dish where you want a sweet flavor. The flavor is so intensely sweet it has to be experienced to be understood.

































