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Cotton

Cotton

Gossypium hirsutum

High difficultySummer/Kharif
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Sunlight
Full Sun
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Watering
Moderate
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Min pot size
15" pot
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Start from
Direct sowing

About Cotton

Major fiber crop producing soft, fluffy fibers surrounding seeds. Grown extensively for textile industry. Requires warm climate and 180-200 days to mature.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
21-35°C
Heat stress above
40°C
Cold stress below
15°C
Humidity
Moderate
Rain sensitivity
High

Growth stages

Stage 1
Seedling
Day 0–25
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 26–60
Stage 3
Flowering
Day 61–89
Stage 4
Harvest
Day 90–160

Common pests and diseases

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