Louisiana Cotton Seeds
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Grow one of the world's most historically important crops right at home! The Louisiana Cotton Plant (Gossypium hirsutum) produces stunning hibiscus-like flowers that transform into real cotton bolls — bursting open to reveal the fluffy white fibres we all know. A fascinating experience for adults and children alike.
Growing Guide: How to Sow
- Soak seeds: Place in lukewarm water for 24 hours to speed up germination.
- Sow: Plant seeds 2 cm deep in nutrient-rich, well-draining soil.
- Germination: At 20–25 °C, expect sprouts within 7–14 days. Keep evenly moist.
- Location: Full sun is essential — south-facing window or warm balcony in summer.
- Harvest: After 4–5 months, cotton bolls ripen and crack open to reveal white fluff. Harvest time!
Care Tips
- Heat lover: Below 15 °C, growth stops. Night temperatures above 18 °C are ideal.
- Annual plant: Cotton dies naturally after harvest. Save seeds for next season.
- Educational: Perfect for showing children where their clothes come from — real cotton they can touch and examine.
- Dried decor: Open cotton bolls look stunning in dried flower arrangements.
FAQ
Can I really grow cotton in Europe?
Yes! Start indoors in April, move outside in May. With a warm, sunny spot, cotton grows perfectly in Swiss and Central European summers.
When do I harvest?
4–5 months after sowing, when bolls crack open and white fibres emerge. Pick the entire boll.
Can I use the cotton?
The yield is small but real. You can spin small threads, examine the fibres, and use open bolls as beautiful natural decorations.
Includes: Gossypium hirsutum seeds (10 g), multilingual instructions (DE/EN/IT/ES). Bag 13 × 13 cm.
Radis et Capucine is a French family business from the Anjou region, producing seeds since 1927. The brand combines gardening joy with original design, offering growing kits that make gardening accessible to everyone — whether on a balcony, windowsill, or garden. Each set includes a terracotta pot, coconut substrate, and premium seeds, lovingly packaged with fun messages. Made in France.
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