Barnett Special Tobacco
Price: $4.49
SKU: 1001281
Barnett Special
Nicotiana tabacum L
[ Approximately 100 seeds per packet ]
'Barnett Special' is a Burley-type tobacco used historically as plug tobacco as well as cigar, pipe and cigarette blending. It is an old heirloom originating in the "Burley Belt" of Kentucky. Our seed was originally sent to us by tobacco variety preservationist, David Pendergrass (TN PE D), from Tennessee. It originated from USDA Accession Number PI 552589.
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.
Informational References:
- "Tobacco Culture: Farming Kentucky's Burley Belt," by John van Willigan and Susan C. Eastwood, The University of Kentucky Press, 1998, page 71.
Customer Reviews:
★★★★★ easy to grow in Texas
By Kevin on May 21, 2021
By Kevin on May 21, 2021
I grew Barnett many years ago and had good luck. Started seed in March and already have some large plants. Leafs slowly dry to a nice orange color and smoke smooth in pipe filler and as cigar wrappers.
