African Red Tobacco
Nicotiana tabacum
Price: $3.99
SKU: 10006061African Red is a tobacco variety with light green leaves and white stems. The plant grows vigorously in a columnar form and reaches 7 to 8 feet tall at the first crow's foot. Untopped plants average 28 leaves, not counting bed leaves. At maturity the 10th leaf averages 22 to 26 inches, and leaves run 12 to 14 inches wide. African Red matures in 80 days.
The leaves air cure to a very light reddish brown. Nicotine content is high, averaging 2.98%. The smoke is mild and comparable to Virginia Gold.
The original seed stock came from Transvaal, South Africa, and was donated to the USDA in 1975. Accession number PI 420191.
The leaves air cure to a very light reddish brown. Nicotine content is high, averaging 2.98%. The smoke is mild and comparable to Virginia Gold.
The original seed stock came from Transvaal, South Africa, and was donated to the USDA in 1975. Accession number PI 420191.
Curing Method: air
Tobacco Type: Bright leaf
Flavor Profile: Mild
Number of Leaves: 28
Plant Size (Height): 84
Days to Maturity: 80
Lifespan: Annual
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Best sowing Method: Start Indoors
Genetic Classification: Open Pollinated
Tobacco Type: Bright leaf
Flavor Profile: Mild
Number of Leaves: 28
Plant Size (Height): 84
Days to Maturity: 80
Lifespan: Annual
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Best sowing Method: Start Indoors
Genetic Classification: Open Pollinated
Tobacco plants are very interesting, ornamental, and have many uses apart from consumption. Tobacco seeds are not classified as tobacco products. We promote the cultivation of tobacco plants, but we do not promote the use of tobacco products.
Tobacco seeds are tiny and look like dust, but each one has the potential to quickly grow into a huge tobacco plant. They need light to germinate. Sprinkle the seeds onto the surface of a moist and sterile seed starting mix. Do not cover the seeds. They also must never be allowed to dry out, so they are frequently (but gently) watered using a mist from a spray bottle. While waiting for germination, it can help to cover them with some kind of plastic sheeting to help hold moisture.
Once tiny seedlings emerge, you can pick them out one by one and move them into individual cells. Very lightly fertilize and never allow the potting soil to dry out. Within 6 weeks it'll be ready to plant in the garden. Wait until all risk of frost is over before planting outdoors.
For additional information, please have a look at our more detailed guide with photos.
Once tiny seedlings emerge, you can pick them out one by one and move them into individual cells. Very lightly fertilize and never allow the potting soil to dry out. Within 6 weeks it'll be ready to plant in the garden. Wait until all risk of frost is over before planting outdoors.
For additional information, please have a look at our more detailed guide with photos.
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