quo155
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I intend on getting some tobacco seeds, planting them, growing them, harvesting them, curing them...and then once ready, roll my own cigars. I am completely new to this hobby. I know nothing more than the few things I have read and/or researched online, over the past few years...on and off. Then, today I joined this forum as I thought I better learn a few things before dropping $25ish on some seeds and, pots, etc. I tend to jump into things with all I have, over whelm myself and quickly loose interest as I've complicated things...or done too much at one time. This time, I intend to NOT follow my same old patterns...thus this thread!
It all started today with me almost purchasing these items:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171013970428?var=470241456969
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171015541596?var=470242079870
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171015541596?var=470242079869
Then, I went to look for some latika or such to add some character to my cigars. I am also a pipe smoker and I often enjoy good aromatics. I recently smoked a Leccia Black cigar and I quickly feel in love! I am always looking to try new smokes and the idea of blending some "pipe tobacco" into my cigars really intrigues me.
So, here are my questions:
I had thought I needed the three tobacco leaves mentioned above, Virginia, Havana and Connecticut. But after doing a little reading here on the forum (and elsewhere), I've determined that I may not know what I want...or better stated, need! So, can you possibly help me with where I should begin, growing what types of tobacco? What other info do I need to share to help you help me, in regards to my normal cigars or pipes that I smoke, etc.?
Looking at these eBay items, would I have been overpaying? Are these, from what YOU, the experienced grower can tell...even legit seeds? Was I on track?
Where is the best place to obtain the needed seeds for simply growing what I need, for a small personal operation?
I like just about anything, and I am after something "different"...but I feel that by trying to do something different, in regards to flavor profile, etc....I might be setting myself up for failure? What say you?
Where do I go from here? I hit the pause button on the above purchase as I now know that I need help! Any thoughts or suggestions would be much appreciated!
Lastly...should I really FIRST obtain some whole leafs that are already grown...and begin to learn the process of rolling the cigar and trying out varieties....BEFORE I begin to grow? I am open to doing this too...
It all started today with me almost purchasing these items:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171013970428?var=470241456969
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171015541596?var=470242079870
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171015541596?var=470242079869
Then, I went to look for some latika or such to add some character to my cigars. I am also a pipe smoker and I often enjoy good aromatics. I recently smoked a Leccia Black cigar and I quickly feel in love! I am always looking to try new smokes and the idea of blending some "pipe tobacco" into my cigars really intrigues me.
So, here are my questions:
I had thought I needed the three tobacco leaves mentioned above, Virginia, Havana and Connecticut. But after doing a little reading here on the forum (and elsewhere), I've determined that I may not know what I want...or better stated, need! So, can you possibly help me with where I should begin, growing what types of tobacco? What other info do I need to share to help you help me, in regards to my normal cigars or pipes that I smoke, etc.?
Looking at these eBay items, would I have been overpaying? Are these, from what YOU, the experienced grower can tell...even legit seeds? Was I on track?
Where is the best place to obtain the needed seeds for simply growing what I need, for a small personal operation?
I like just about anything, and I am after something "different"...but I feel that by trying to do something different, in regards to flavor profile, etc....I might be setting myself up for failure? What say you?
Where do I go from here? I hit the pause button on the above purchase as I now know that I need help! Any thoughts or suggestions would be much appreciated!
Lastly...should I really FIRST obtain some whole leafs that are already grown...and begin to learn the process of rolling the cigar and trying out varieties....BEFORE I begin to grow? I am open to doing this too...
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