{"product_id":"5-seeds-upland-cotton-plant-gossypium-hirsutum-cotton-fiber-annual","title":"5 Seeds Upland Cotton Plant Gossypium hirsutum Cotton Fiber Annual","description":"\u003cp\u003e5 Seeds Upland Cotton Plant (Gossypium hirsutum) - Grow your own cotton with this classic, warm-season annual, prized for its fluffy white bolls and attractive, broad leaves. A fascinating and rewarding addition to home gardens, it offers a unique glimpse into the origin of a natural textile fiber, with a compact, shrubby habit that fits well in sunny borders or large containers.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis ornamental plant produces charming, hibiscus-like yellow flowers that mature into cotton bolls, adding visual interest through the season. Easy to cultivate in full sun and well-drained soil, it thrives with consistent moisture and warm temperatures. Ideal for educational projects, craft enthusiasts, or curious gardeners seeking a conversation-starting plant, it serves as a striking garden feature and can be harvested for its fiber. Avoid overwatering, as good drainage is key for successful growth.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Gossypium hirsutum\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Upland Cotton\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Seed\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant Habit: Upright shrub\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-drained, fertile loam\u003cbr\u003e\nDays to Harvest: 120-150 days\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 7-11 (or annual in cooler areas)\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: 7-14 days at 70-85°F\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Sow 1\/2 inch deep indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost, or directly outdoors after soil warms\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 18-24 inches apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Warm-season annual; reduce watering as bolls mature\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663107850376,"sku":"EXGA-353","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_1b2ff142-fbf4-408a-8bf9-06652e022090.png?v=1791895703","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/5-seeds-upland-cotton-plant-gossypium-hirsutum-cotton-fiber-annual","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}