Cotton germination growth detail

• Paddy seed growth begins with soaking and sprouting: seeds are soaked for 12–24 hours to absorb moisture, then kept in a dark place for pre-germination.
• Radicle and plumule emerge: forming the root and shoot system.
• Seedlings develop Seedlings develop in nurseries for 20–25 days before transplanting.
• Warm, moist conditions: Warm, moist conditions and loose soil help ensure strong early growth.

Fertilizer dose:
• - N:P:K = 60:30:30 kg/acre
• - Split nitrogen into 2–3 applications for better uptake

Cotton seedling growth details

• Cotton seedlings Cotton seedlings emerge 4–10 days after planting, with taproots reaching up to 10 inches deep.
• Cotyledons unfold and begin photosynthesis, while the first true leaf appears after ~50 DD60s.
• Warm soil (28–35°C) and moisture are key for strong root and shoot development.
• Monopodial branches start forming as the stem elongates and nodes develop every 3–4 days.

Cotton fertilizer:

• - N:P:K ratio: 60:30:30 kg
• - Micronutrients: Zinc ~5 kg, Magnesium ~10 kg
• - Apply basal dose before sowing and split nitrogen during early growth

cotton plant flower growth details

• Cotton plants start flowering about 35–47 days after planting. Buds evolve from tiny squares to full white blooms, which turn pink and drop in 2–3 days. Pollination triggers boll formation—the fiber-filled fruit. Warm days and steady moisture are key for healthy flower development

Application Tip
• Pre-Flowering: Apply NPK mix (e.g., 12:36:6 or 20:10:10) to boost early bud formation
• - Flowering Stage: Use foliar sprays with boron, zinc, and magnesium for better boll set
• - Split Doses: Apply nitrogen in 2–3 stages to avoid excess foliage and delayed maturity

Cotton harvesting details

• Timeing: - When 75–85% of bolls are fully open and white
• - Moisture content: Should be below 12% for safe picking and storage
• - Too early: Leads to immature fibers and lower yield
• - Too late: Increases risk of fiber discoloration, pest damage, and boll shedding