Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) Seeds are perfect for gardeners looking to grow nutritious, tender okra pods in home vegetable patches or kitchen gardens. This warm-season plant produces abundant, high-quality pods that are ideal for soups, stews, and fresh cooking.
These Non-GMO seeds offer excellent germination and vigorous growth. Okra thrives in full sun, warm temperatures, and well-drained soil. With proper care, these plants deliver a continuous harvest, making them a favorite for gardeners seeking a reliable and productive crop.
Features
- Produces tender, crisp, high-yielding okra pods
- Non-GMO seeds with excellent germination
- Vigorous, easy-to-grow plants
- Ideal for vegetable patches, kitchen gardens, and raised beds
- Warm-season crop with continuous harvest
- Perfect for fresh cooking, soups, and stews
- Compact plants suitable for limited garden space
Specifications
- Common Name: Okra
- Botanical Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Season: Spring to summer
- USDA Zones: 6–11
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil
- Days to Germination: 7–12 days
- Days to Maturity: 50–70 days
- Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
- Plant Height: 3–6 feet
- Watering: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Uses: Fresh cooking, soups, stews, home vegetable patch
Planting Guide
- Direct Sow: Plant seeds outdoors after the last frost when soil temperature is warm.
- Sowing Depth: 1/2 inch deep.
- Spacing: 12–18 inches apart in rows.
- Sunlight: Full sun for optimal growth and pod production.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; avoid waterlogging.
- Harvest: Pick pods when 3–5 inches long, tender, and before seeds harden.
