Nicotiana tabacum var. KY 17 - Annual,Flower,Web page Navigation - Cultivated Tobacco, KY 17 Tobacco Page

Explore the unique and heavy producing KY 17 Cultivated Tobacco, a white stemmed burley variant of Nicotiana tabacum. This strong contender characteristically yeilds an impressive 6-8 ounces of dried leaf per plant. The robust plant boasts a large-scale growth, reaching a staggering 7 feet in height and carrying light green leaves that stretch up to 36 inches in length with 22 to 24 inches average width. Despite a slower initial growth phase, the KY 17 Tobacco catches up and surpasses other types by the end of its second month. Offering a charming display, the leaves of the plant turn yellow on the edges and showcase a mottled yellow pattern when ripe. This easy-to-cure plant is an ideal choice for priming or whole stalk curing. The leaves air cure to a light golden brown color, producing a smoke that is smooth, full-flavored, and carries a nicotine content of around 4%. With its entrancing character and promising results, the KY 17 Tobacco proves to be an unbeatable choice for blending with bright leaf varieties in cigarette blends. Indulge in the superior tobacco experience of this excellent KY 17 Tobacco.