Types of Cotton
(Yes, There's More Than One)
(Yes, There's More Than One)
Farmers grow two types of cotton in these United States. Both soft. Both strong. Both all-American.
Here’s how to tell them apart.
Upland cotton is an American classic, comprising 95% of the cotton grown in the US. It’s so popular, you’re probably wearing it right now! And boy, does it feel comfy. This tried-and-true, soft-but-strong cotton is hard-working and low maintenance, just like the farmers who grow it. And at HomeGrown, we grow it proudly knowing every fiber is grown American, sold American — no foreign fibers ever.
Today's U.S. Upland Cotton "is longer, whiter, finer, stronger, and purer than any ever grown" - National Cotton Council of America
Pima cotton’s extra-long fibers make it extra soft and strong. It’s a lovely cotton, if you can find it. Sadly, there are a lot of pima imposters out there. The only way you can be sure you’re getting a true pima product? With PimaCott, the world’s only verified pure pima cotton.
- National Cotton Council of America
There’s more than one way to turn cotton into fabric. And every single one of them is wonderful. From denim to percale, learn what all those words on the tag really mean.
Get Fabric FactsWhen you take care of your cotton, your cotton takes care of you. Here's more washing wisdom, drying data, and ironing insight than you can shake a stain stick at.
Show Me the WayYou already know us by the comfortable cotton we grow. Now get to know us by name. Meet some of the family farmers who work year-round to grow, harvest, and gin HomeGrown Cotton across our great nation’s Cotton Belt.
meet the folksNow you can experience HomeGrown Cotton in a variety of quality products for the whole family. Shop our selection of sheets, towels, denim, and more.
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