Okra - Clemson Spineless

Product Info

The most popular use for okra may be as a thickening agent for gumbo and soups, with its gooey insides. It is also quite tasty when baked, broiled, roasted, fried, steamed, canned and pickled, quite the versatile veggie! Before you even get to the fruits, the plant itself produces gorgeous flowers, similar to hibiscus blooms, making it an edible ornamental. The leaves are spineless, making harvesting of the 3" pods easy work; however, wear long sleeves and gloves when working around okra plants. They can cause irritation and even cause allergic reactions in some people.

Water:	Low to average water needs, about 1" per week. Keep moist but not wet, allowing the soil to dry between watering. Okra is happier on the dry side and definitely does not like wet conditions. Water deeply at the roots, avoiding the foliage.
Mature:	66 days
Harvest:	Once the plant starts to flower, you'll need to start harvesting in 4 days. The 3" pods are tender and are the optimal harvesting size. Handle with care as the pods can bruise easily. Larger pods tend to be tough and fibrous. Keep picking every day or two to keep your plant producing. Remove any overgrown or damaged pods to keep the plant producing into fall. AVOID HANDLING OKRA PLANTS WITH BARE HANDS AND ARMS! The plants can cause skin irritations or even an allergic reaction in some people.
Planting and Growing Tips:	Well-drained, rich and well-composted. Do not plant where squash vines or sweet potatoes were planted the previous year.
Exposure:	Full Sun
Spacing:	20"-24" apart
Soil pH:	5.8-6.5

NOTICE: Please note that not all plants are available all the time. The color and size can vary from photographs.