{"product_id":"popcorn-mushroom-75-seeds","title":"Popcorn - Mushroom (75 seeds)","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePopcorn - Mushroom\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMushroom Popcorn is a specialty variety that produces firm, round, dense popped kernels rather than the irregular butterfly or snowflake shapes of standard popcorn. The sturdy, compact shape holds together exceptionally well under stirring and coating, making it the preferred choice for caramel corn, chocolate-dipped popcorn, and other gourmet confections where breakage is a problem. A genuinely useful and versatile variety for home cooks and food enthusiasts who want to produce quality coated popcorn at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrives in full sun, warm conditions, and well-drained, fertile soil. Plant in blocks of at least four rows for good wind pollination and well-filled ears. Leave ears to fully dry on the stalk before harvesting, then cure in a warm, dry place for four to six weeks before popping for the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring, Summer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct, 2.5-4 cm deep after all frost risk passes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-30 cm apart in rows 60-90 cm apart; plant in blocks\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8-2.4 m; tall and upright\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-12 days in warm conditions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 103 days; leave to fully dry on stalk then cure 4-6 weeks before popping\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crunchy and dense; ideal for caramel, chocolate, and gourmet coatings\u003c\/p\u003e\n75 Seeds","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58649363480879,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/Popcorn_-_Mushroom_75_seeds.png?v=1791966729","url":"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/popcorn-mushroom-75-seeds","provider":"Rasmussen Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}