Sea Island Cotton Seeds - Heirloom Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Sea Island Cotton Seeds are from Gossypium barbadense, a cotton species known for its extra-long staple fibers, attractive flowers, and warm-season growth habit. This historical cotton variety is commonly grown by gardeners, collectors, and specialty crop enthusiasts. Sea Island Cotton performs best in full sun, warm temperatures, fertile well-draining soil, and a long growing season. It develops attractive foliage, cotton bolls, and ornamental value in suitable climates.

Features

• Seeds of Sea Island Cotton variety
• Produces cotton bolls with long fiber characteristics
• Suitable for specialty gardens and plant collections
• Develops attractive foliage and flowers
• Performs well in warm growing conditions
• Provides ornamental and educational planting interest

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Gossypium barbadense
• Common Name (US): Sea Island Cotton
• Seed Type / Variety: Fiber Crop Seed
• Growth Habit: Warm-season perennial shrub grown as an annual
• USDA Zones: 8–11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Summer to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Season Months: April–June
• Germination: 7–14 days under warm soil conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-draining loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain moisture during growth and boll development
• Mature Plant Size: 3–6 ft tall depending on conditions
• Plant Spacing: 18–36 in apart