- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 4 - 5 Feet
- Mature Spread 12 - 18 Inches
- Growing Zones 10 - 11
- Use As A Thriller In Containers
Try growing something different for late summer and fall colors. Pink Zebra is an ornamental corn with an attitude all its own. Instead of the traditional fall tones of orange and yellow, Pink Zebra looks just like its name suggests: hot pink, white, and green stripes decorate the glossy, broad leaves to create quite the conversation piece in your garden. Zea mays ‘Pink Zebra’ is mainly grown as an ornamental plant, although it does produce miniature ears with magenta-pink and purple tassels and dark purple or black kernels. The ears can be dried for seasonal decorations when plants die back in the fall.
Use Pink Zebra to fill in empty garden spots late in the summer or to hide declining summer blooming perennials. The colorful foliage makes an ideal thriller even before the tiny ears of corn develop. Pink Zebra is very easy to grow, requiring only regular watering and light fertilizing every 2-3 weeks.
Pink Zebra Ornamental Corn Care
Ornamental corn is grown in the same conditions as traditional corn varieties. This plant needs full sun (at least 6 hours a day) and well-draining soil that is moderately rich and able to retain moisture. Regular watering is required to promote the showy ears and tassels. Do not allow more than the top 1-2 inches of potting mix or garden soil to dry out. Mulching with a finely shredded organic material or compost will help the soil stay moist longer. No pinching or pruning is necessary to encourage branching of the stems.
Pink Zebra sets seeds at the end of one growing period. The plants will decline in health if grown indoors over the winter and are not suitable as houseplants. The ears of corn can be harvested and dried for arrangements through the winter, while the stalks can be composted with the rest of your garden plant waste.
Pink Zebra Ornamental Corn Spacing
Although Pink Zebra is tall, growing up to 5 feet in a season, the footprint of this plant is a narrow 12-18 inches. Space multiple plants 12-16 inches apart, center to center, to allow plenty of air circulation and room for any side shoots to develop. Containers will need to be deep or bottom heavy to counterbalance the tall top growth without toppling over. A pot with a 5-7 gallon capacity is recommended.
Pink Zebra Ornamental Corn Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 10 - 11 |
| Plant Type: Annuals |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 12 - 18 Inches |
| Spacing: 12 - 18 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Description: Grown for foliage |
| Bloom Period: Grown for foliage |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous, Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Purple |
| Foliage Description: Green and Purple Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: N/A |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: N/A |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Uses: Containers |
| Features: Foliage Interest |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Pink Zebra Ornamental Corn |
| Other Name(s): Rainbow Corn |
| Scientific Name: Zea mays 'Pink Zebra' |
- SKU:
- CORZP123
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
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Summer
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Fall into Winter
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Winter
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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