401 Cherry Red is a bright leaf variety growing
to 7 feet in height and is one of the heaviest producing bright leafs we have
grown. Averaging 26 leaves to crows foot, not including bed leaves. Leaves
grow to 24 inches in length and 15 wide. Moderate suckering. Matures in
about 75 days after transplanting. Leaves air cure to a light reddish
brown color. Cherry Red is a long time favorite as a pipe tobacco and
its mild taste makes it excellent in a cigarette blend.
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