Eliza Lucas Pinckney successfully cultivated indigo dye by employing innovative agricultural techniques and managing her family's plantations in South Carolina during the 18th century. After experimenting with different crops, she recognized the potential of indigo and dedicated her efforts to its cultivation, overseeing the planting, harvesting, and processing. Pinckney also utilized enslaved labor and local expertise to streamline production, ultimately becoming a leading figure in the indigo industry and contributing to the economic growth of the region. Her persistence and skillful management led to indigo becoming a significant cash crop in the American colonies.
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