Flowers: Summer

Height: 6 feet

Germination: Easy

Aftercare: Easy

Description: An amazing range of colours, even blue, feature in this spectacular selection of ornamental corn. No larger than a baby's finger, the cobs are excellent for drying, and ideal for use in autumn arrangements.

PLEASE NOTE This variety is not recommended for eating.

Sowing Instructions: Germinate at 20-30C (68-86F) in 7.5cm (3in) pots of good free draining, damp seed compost. Apply a layer of compost, 1cm (½in) deep. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which takes 7-10 days. Do not exclude light at any stage, as this helps germination.

Growing Instructions: After all risk of frost has passed, plant out 45cm (18in) apart, in blocks, to aid pollination.

Aftercare Instructions: Water regularly, especially as silk tassels begin to form on the cobs. Harvest when casing is papery and dry, then continue drying in a warm, dry position indoors.