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This Ornamental Corn is Also Delicious

Corn 'Ruby Queen'

Corn:  Ruby Queen

Corn: Ruby Queen

Courtesy of W. Atlee Burpee & Co.

Corn holds a unique charm for kids. It towers over them with leaves that flop about like arms. 'Ruby Queen' shoots up 7' and produces ears of rich, ruby colored kernels that retain their color even after cooking. Imagine a plate of fresh grown 'Ruby Queen', 'All Blue' potatoes and 'Cheddar' cauliflower. What kid could resist?

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