In a short season enviroment, measures must be taken to promote early development and mature the fruit load quickly. Controlling the nitrogen rate and the proper use of a growth regulator could aid in promoting an early cutout and boll opening. Three nitrogen rates of 40, 80, and 120 pounds per acre were used. PIX (mepiquat chloride) at 16 ounces per acre were applied in a single application and also divided into four applications of four ounces each. PIX had no harmful effect upon fiber properties. However, it did reduce lint percent but the single application increased lint yield.