Is this edible as corn on the cob?

My sister has grown some before and says it's best for popcorn or feeding to chickens. Not sweet, but edible. Don't plant close to sweet corn.

Does it need to be planted in rows or clusters ?

I planted mine in 3 rows about 15 feet long

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Jimmy Red Corn Famous Bootlegger Moonshine Grits Hominy Masa Heirloom Seeds for Planting Packet

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Brand
Sherwoods
Color
red
Expected Blooming Period
Winter
Indoor/Outdoor Usage
Outdoor
Material Feature
Heirloom
Moisture Needs
Moderate

🌞Thrives in full sun & USDA zones 1-11

🌽20 heirloom seeds per packet

📏Grows up to 11ft tall

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🌽 Grow Bold, Taste Legendary: Own the Cornfield Everyone’s Talking About!

EASY OUTDOOR CULTIVATION - Designed for full sun and sandy soil, these seeds thrive across USDA zones 1-11 with moderate watering—perfect for the dedicated urban gardener.
SKY HIGH GROWTH POTENTIAL - Watch your garden flourish with stalks reaching an impressive 11 feet, delivering two ears per stalk for a bountiful harvest.
HERITAGE FLAVOR POWERHOUSE - Experience the rich, naturally sweeter taste of authentic heirloom Jimmy Red corn—perfect for gourmet grits and cornbread.
FOMO WORTHY HEIRLOOM AUTHENTICITY - Join the exclusive community of non-GMO, heirloom seed growers preserving tradition and flavor.
VERSATILE CULINARY DECORATIVE USE - From savory grits to stunning dried corn decorations, elevate your kitchen and home aesthetics effortlessly.

Jimmy Red Corn Famous Bootlegger Moonshine Grits Hominy Masa Heirloom Seeds come in a 20-seed packet, offering a 50% germination rate and extraordinary growth up to 11 feet tall. This non-GMO heirloom variety thrives outdoors in full sun across USDA zones 1-11, producing two ears per stalk with a naturally sweeter flavor ideal for grits, cornbread, and decorative uses.

Specifications

ASIN	B08HM93FVN
Best Sellers Rank	#106,817 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #76 in Grits #1,939 in Breakfast Foods
Brand Name	Sherwoods Seeds
Color	red
Customer Reviews	4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (349)
Expected Blooming Period	Winter
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Outdoor
Manufacturer	Sherwoods Seeds
Manufacturer Part Number	JimmyRed
Material Features	Heirloom
Model Number	JimmyRed
Moisture Needs	Moderate Watering
Number of Pieces	20
Plant or Animal Product Type	Corn
Soil Type	Sandy Soil
Sunlight Exposure	Full Sun
USDA Hardiness Zone	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Unit Count	10 Count

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