Texas Cuban Tobacco
Nicotiana tabacum
Price: $4.49
SKU: 1002251'Texas Cuban' plants grow up to six feet tall when topped, have pale pink flowers, and leaves that are broadest at the middle and narrower at the two equal ends, with a slightly puckered leaf surface, and reach nine inches wide by twenty inches long.
We have not been able to find much information about the history of 'Texas Cuban' except that it was donated to the USDA's collection on May 19, 1976. Our seed originated from USDA accession number PI 408942 and was sent to us by David Pendergrass from Tennessee.
We have not been able to find much information about the history of 'Texas Cuban' except that it was donated to the USDA's collection on May 19, 1976. Our seed originated from USDA accession number PI 408942 and was sent to us by David Pendergrass from Tennessee.
Main Tobacco Role: wrapper
Typical Use: cigar
Tobacco Type: Cuban
Number of Leaves: 20
Plant Size (Height): 60
Lifespan: Annual
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Best sowing Method: Start Indoors
Bloom Color: Pink
Genetic Classification: Open Pollinated
Typical Use: cigar
Tobacco Type: Cuban
Number of Leaves: 20
Plant Size (Height): 60
Lifespan: Annual
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Best sowing Method: Start Indoors
Bloom Color: Pink
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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★★★★★ Excellent
By Andy (Arlington, TX) on April 6, 2025
By Andy (Arlington, TX) on April 6, 2025
Was the first to germinate of the three varieties I grew last year. I was initially disappointed by the node distance and low leaf production. However, it tastes great when cured and kilned. Also, the sucker growth post first harvest went from stump to full sized plant in 28 days - making it very productive in long growing seasons.
