Seed Savers Tom Thumb Popcorn Corn

(aka Hulless, Dwarf Rice, Squirrel Tooth) The original Tom Thumb popcorn dates to circa the 1860s. This strain is the result of refinements made on the original by Professor Elwyn Meader of the University of New Hamsphire. Dwarf 3½' plants produce 1-2 ears each that measure up to 4" long. Good for coastal and short-season areas.

• 85-90 days
• Organic
• Popcorn
• Grows 3-4 feet tall
• 1-2 ears per stalk
• Good for coastal and short-season areas

This variety works for:

• Popping

This corn is perfect for stovetop popping:First remove kernels from the cob using a tool or by rubbing two cobs togetherAdd oil and 3 kernels of popcorn to a large pot, cover, and cook on medium-high heat until the kernels popTake those kernels out of the pot and add the rest of the kernelsCover and take the pot off the heat and wait 30 seconds before replacing the pot on the heatShake the pot occasionally to make sure all kernels are heatedWhen popping slows after about 2 minutes, take the lid off the pot and remove from heat.

Toppings for popcorn include the traditional salt and butter, nutritional yeast, grated cheese, honey, dried herbs and even caramel and chocolate.

 Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors 1" deep after danger of frost has passed. For good pollination and full ears, plant in blocks of 3-6 rows instead of one long row. Thin seedlings to 8" apart. Corn is a heavy feeder and does best in well-drained fertile soil with plenty of water.

• Direct Seed: 4" Apart
• Germination: 4-21 Days
• Rows Apart: 36-48"
• Light: Full Sun