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==Reproduction==

Under basic conditions the very tiny seeds of N. Tabacum should remain viable for roughly 3-5 years (after which the germination rate falls drastically). They may remain viable for much longer if dried and stored in an airtight container to be kept in a freezer, under such conditions seeds have sprouted after decades of storage. Their germination is activated by light, warmth, and moisture, as such they can be planted by simply ~~spinkling~~ the seeds evenly over moist, fertile soil in a sunlit area, ideally after the last frost (or anytime if grown indoors at room temperature). If manually resupplying moisture be careful not to wash the small seed around, instead mist or water from beneath with a pan below the pot. Seeds kept warm will complete their germination in less than a week, though the process will take a few days longer at cooler temperatures.

Under basic conditions the very tiny seeds of N. Tabacum should remain viable for roughly 3-5 years (after which the germination rate falls drastically). They may remain viable for much longer if dried and stored in an airtight container to be kept in a freezer, under such conditions seeds have sprouted after decades of storage. Their germination is activated by light, warmth, and moisture, as such they can be planted by simply sprinkling the seeds evenly over moist, fertile soil in a sunlit area, ideally after the last frost (or anytime if grown indoors at room temperature). If manually resupplying moisture be careful not to wash the small seed around, instead mist or water from beneath with a pan below the pot. Seeds kept warm will complete their germination in less than a week, though the process will take a few days longer at cooler temperatures.

==Favorable growing conditions==

N. ~~tabacum is~~ a native of tropical and subtropical America but ~~has been~~ cultivated in many other regions given the proper conditions. Sunlight and temperatures of 20–30 °C (68–86 °F) are best for adequate growth; an atmospheric humidity of 80 to 85% and well drained soil rich in nitrogen and potash is also optimal. Farmed plants should be placed at least 2-3 feet apart, during a humid day to avoid them drying out. Once the plant is well established and rapidly growing it can be benificial to supply a feed rich in nitrogen and potash. The plant must be watered frequently as it can be prone to drying out. After 2-3 months in optimal conditions the plant will be ready for harvest.

N. Tabacum is a native of tropical and subtropical America but can be cultivated in many other regions given the proper conditions. Sunlight and temperatures of 20–30 °C (68–86 °F) are best for adequate growth; an atmospheric humidity of 80 to 85% and well drained soil rich in nitrogen and potash is also optimal. Farmed plants should be placed at least 2-3 feet apart, during a humid day to avoid them drying out. Once the plant is well established and rapidly growing it can be benificial to supply a feed rich in nitrogen and potash. The plant must be watered frequently as it can be prone to drying out. After 2-3 months in optimal conditions the plant will be ready for harvest.

==Growth timeline==

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 ==Reproduction==
-Under basic conditions the very tiny seeds of N. Tabacum should remain viable for roughly 3-5 years (after which the germination rate falls drastically). They may remain viable for much longer if dried and stored in an airtight container to be kept in a freezer, under such conditions seeds have sprouted after decades of storage. Their germination is activated by light, warmth, and moisture, as such they can be planted by simply spinkling the seeds evenly over moist, fertile soil in a sunlit area, ideally after the last frost (or anytime if grown indoors at room temperature). If manually resupplying moisture be careful not to wash the small seed around, instead mist or water from beneath with a pan below the pot. Seeds kept warm will complete their germination in less than a week, though the process will take a few days longer at cooler temperatures.
+Under basic conditions the very tiny seeds of N. Tabacum should remain viable for roughly 3-5 years (after which the germination rate falls drastically). They may remain viable for much longer if dried and stored in an airtight container to be kept in a freezer, under such conditions seeds have sprouted after decades of storage. Their germination is activated by light, warmth, and moisture, as such they can be planted by simply sprinkling the seeds evenly over moist, fertile soil in a sunlit area, ideally after the last frost (or anytime if grown indoors at room temperature). If manually resupplying moisture be careful not to wash the small seed around, instead mist or water from beneath with a pan below the pot. Seeds kept warm will complete their germination in less than a week, though the process will take a few days longer at cooler temperatures.
 ==Favorable growing conditions==
-N. tabacum is a native of tropical and subtropical America but has been cultivated in many other regions given the proper conditions. Sunlight and temperatures of 20–30 °C (68–86 °F) are best for adequate growth; an atmospheric humidity of 80 to 85% and well drained soil rich in nitrogen and potash is also optimal. Farmed plants should be placed at least 2-3 feet apart, during a humid day to avoid them drying out. Once the plant is well established and rapidly growing it can be benificial to supply a feed rich in nitrogen and potash. The plant must be watered frequently as it can be prone to drying out. After 2-3 months in optimal conditions the plant will be ready for harvest.
+N. Tabacum is a native of tropical and subtropical America but can be cultivated in many other regions given the proper conditions. Sunlight and temperatures of 20–30 °C (68–86 °F) are best for adequate growth; an atmospheric humidity of 80 to 85% and well drained soil rich in nitrogen and potash is also optimal. Farmed plants should be placed at least 2-3 feet apart, during a humid day to avoid them drying out. Once the plant is well established and rapidly growing it can be benificial to supply a feed rich in nitrogen and potash. The plant must be watered frequently as it can be prone to drying out. After 2-3 months in optimal conditions the plant will be ready for harvest.
 ==Growth timeline==