Outstanding quality earned this Clemson Spineless Okra the All-American Award. Straight, 15-17.5 cm (6-7") green pods are slightly ridged and spineless.
SKU: 142238
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
7 to 14 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
56 days
Growing Height:
1 m (4')
Key Features
Plant Type: Vegetable
Botanical Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
Fill Weight (grams): 3.5
Approximate Seed Count: 45-55
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Heirloom
Water Needs: Average 2.5 cm (1-2") per week
Flavor: Meaty with full bodied flavor
Preparation Ideas: Commonly boiled, fried, pickled and used in cajun dishes.
Awards: AAS (All-America Selections) winner
Instructions
Sow seed directly into the garden once all danger of frost has passed. For earlier crop, start seed indoors 4 to 6 weeks before last frost. Hasten germination by soaking seeds 24 hours in luke warm water before planting.
Planting Depth: 2.5 cm (1")
Seed Spacing: 10 cm (4")
Plant Spacing: 30-45 cm (12-18")
Row Spacing: 90 cm (36")
Instructions for Nutrient Care: Feed plants SUPERthrive once per week. Mix 1.2 ml (1/4 tsp) per 4L (1 gallon) of water in a watering can and apply solution to the base of the plants.