{"product_id":"seeds-corn-hopi-blue-flour-corn","title":"Seeds, Corn, Hopi Blue Flour Corn","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"55\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"30\"\u003eCorn, Hopi Blue Flour Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"32\" data-end=\"42\"\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Hopi Blue’)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eHopi Blue Flour Corn is an ancient heirloom variety developed and stewarded by the Hopi people of the American Southwest for centuries. Known for its striking deep blue kernels, drought tolerance, and exceptional flour quality, this traditional corn remains one of the most important heritage grain crops grown today. The nutrient-rich kernels are prized for cornmeal, tortillas, breads, and traditional dishes, while the tall stalks contribute beauty, wildlife habitat, and biomass to productive garden systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"594\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"984\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eAncient heirloom with deep cultural significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eHopi Blue Corn has been cultivated for generations in the arid Southwest, where it was selected for resilience, productivity, and nutritional value. The blue coloration comes from anthocyanins, the same antioxidant pigments found in blueberries and elderberries, giving the grain both visual appeal and enhanced nutritional benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003eExcellent flour corn for milling and baking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eUnlike sweet corn, Hopi Blue is grown for its mature kernels, which dry on the stalk and are traditionally ground into fine flour or cornmeal. The kernels produce flavorful blue cornmeal that is ideal for tortillas, cornbread, pancakes, tamales, and traditional Southwestern recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eDrought-tolerant grain crop for regenerative gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eSelected under challenging desert conditions, Hopi Blue demonstrates excellent tolerance to heat and periods of limited moisture. Its deep root system and adaptability make it a valuable crop for homesteads, food forests, and low-input growing systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eSupports beneficial insects and traditional companion planting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eThe tassels provide pollen resources for beneficial insects, while the tall stalks create structure within the garden. Hopi Blue Corn is especially well-suited to traditional Three Sisters plantings, where beans climb the stalks and squash shades the soil below, creating a highly productive polyculture system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2409\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b43h1h\" data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southwestern United States (traditional Hopi heirloom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"odnl4q\" data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003ePlant life cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10eazcd\" data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003eSun requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3ahrzw\" data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2199\"\u003eSoil requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to medium-dry, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7u6zlt\" data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2265\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ww8mxt\" data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e July – August (tasseling)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"150lvox\" data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow-green tassels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"j6aru5\" data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2409\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown as an annual in all zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2743\"\u003eFor best pollination, plant in blocks rather than single rows. Allow ears to fully mature and dry on the stalk before harvest for maximum flour quality. Hopi Blue Corn is an outstanding choice for homesteaders, grain growers, educational gardens, and anyone interested in preserving traditional food crops and agricultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern Exposure Seed Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":48362602234115,"sku":"CORN-061","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Seeds_Corn_HopiBlueFlourCorn.jpg?v=1781111582","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/seeds-corn-hopi-blue-flour-corn","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}