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We ship to the United States, its territories and outlying islands. Returns are accepted within 30 days of receipt. Full warranty information can be found here.
We guarantee our seed to be fresh, vigorous, untreated, and true to variety.
Each packet is guaranteed through the year printed on the packet, plus one full additional growing year.
If your seeds fail to germinate, arrive damaged, or do not grow true to type, please contact us and we will make it right through replacement seed, store credit, or refund when appropriate.
Full warranty policy here.
Open-pollinated varieties, perfect for seed saving.
Safe seeds, free of neonics and other treatments.
It's simple. If you have a problem, we make it right.
Zea mays
Bred by the Narragansett tribe of Rhode Island, this native corn variety has maintained local popularity for over 300 years. Rhode Island White Cap Flint is traditionally used for making Johnny Cakes, thin cornmeal pancakes often served with butter and maple syrup. Compared to modern hybrids it has modest yield, producing one or two long, skinny ears per plant. However, it has been kept from extinction thanks to a small group of local enthusiasts who recognized the historical importance of the variety and sought to preserve it for future generations. Seed has high oil content, compared to modern dent varieties, and also stores well. 110 days to harvest. Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.
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Zea mays
Bred by the Narragansett tribe of Rhode Island, this native corn variety has maintained local popularity for over 300 years. Rhode Island White Cap Flint is traditionally used for making Johnny Cakes, thin cornmeal pancakes often served with butter and maple syrup. Compared to modern hybrids it has modest yield, producing one or two long, skinny ears per plant. However, it has been kept from extinction thanks to a small group of local enthusiasts who recognized the historical importance of the variety and sought to preserve it for future generations. Seed has high oil content, compared to modern dent varieties, and also stores well. 110 days to harvest. Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.
Please call to inquire about larger quantities of this variety.
Check out our Succotash Bean to see yet another important historical variety developed by the Narragansett tribe.
Zea mays
Bred by the Narragansett tribe of Rhode Island, this native corn variety has maintained local popularity for over 300 years. Rhode Island White Cap Flint is traditionally used for making Johnny Cakes, thin cornmeal pancakes often served with butter and maple syrup. Compared to modern hybrids it has modest yield, producing one or two long, skinny ears per plant. However, it has been kept from extinction thanks to a small group of local enthusiasts who recognized ... read more
Zea mays
Bred by the Narragansett tribe of Rhode Island, this native corn variety has maintained local popularity for over 300 years. Rhode Island White Cap Flint is traditionally used for making Johnny Cakes, thin cornmeal pancakes often served with butter and maple syrup. Compared to modern hybrids it has modest yield, producing one or two long, skinny ears per plant. However, it has been kept from extinction thanks to a small group of local enthusiasts who recognized the historical importance of the variety and sought to preserve it for future generations. Seed has high oil content, compared to modern dent varieties, and also stores well. 110 days to harvest. Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.
Please call to inquire about larger quantities of this variety.
Check out our Succotash Bean to see yet another important historical variety developed by the Narragansett tribe.
We care about what we put in your hands and in the soil. That’s why our seeds are never treated with neonicotinoids or any other chemicals. Our varieties are all non-GMO and non-hybrid, so you can save seeds from your plants and grow them again next year.
Corn performs best in soil that is well-drained, but also able to hold onto some moisture, as corn tends to use quite a bit of water during its active growth phase. Working in a healthy dose of well-composted manure in the fall will ensure that the rapidly growing plants receive adequate water and nutrition.
After danger of frost has passed and soil temps have reached 55 degrees, sow seeds 9-12" apart, 1" deep, in rows 24-36" apart. To maximize pollination use a paired row or square plot configuration. Under ideal conditions, germination will occur in 7-10 days.
Not recommended
Insect Pests
Biological controls such as Bacillus thuringiensis can be effecting in controlling common corn pests like corn borer and earworm. Aphids, Japanese beetles, and other hard-shelled insects can be controlled with a simple homemade insecticidal soap solution.
Diseases & Other Problems
Corn is susceptible to a number of plant diseases. Consult your local extension office to learn which diseases are most prevalent in your region. Crop rotation, tillage, and removal of plant debris are all effective tools in managing common corn diseases.
Sweet corn is ready to harvest approximately 21 days after pollination. At peak, the kernel tips should be rounded and glossy. Shelling corn can be harvested once the husks have dried and the kernels have sufficiently hardened. To test for maturity, pull back the husk and remove a kernel from the ear. If the tip at the base of the kernel breaks off to reveal a brown "abscission" layer, the ears are ready to harvest.
CONSIDERATIONS:
To maintain genetic diversity, save seed from at least 50 to 100 plants. If open-pollinated, plants should be isolated from other corn varieties by at least 1/4 mile. Otherwise, hand-pollination can be performed.
HARVESTING SEED:
Wait until ears have reached full maturity and the kernels cannot be pierced by your fingernail. Peel back the husk and harvest the ear by pulling down and twisting. Place in a mesh bag or basket and allow to continue to dry for two weeks. Shell ears using a manual corn shelling tool or tightly grip a gloved hand around the ear and twist to separate the kernels from the cob. Winnow to remove any chaff and store in an airtight container until ready to use.
SEED LONGETIVITY:
Corn seeds will maintain 50% viability for three years when stored in a cool, dark place.
RI Flint came in days.
None of us know what we’re doing here and I’m sure we planted a bit early. Trying for a three sisters garden. I already want to order more!
The corn has grown very well and was well packaged, all was intact.
Too early to plant but looking forward to it
I really liked all of the four corn varieties I ordered last year; Rhode Island White Cap Flint, Gehu, Cherokee Flour, and Sallu-Yah. I like to try different historic varieties of corn and other vegetables and will order all of these again this year. They all grew and produced well.
I won't be planting for several months, but the seeds look very healthy.
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