Garden Okra
Jambalaya
TO START EARLY INDOORS
Start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost date. Soak seeds overnight in tepid water to soften hard seed coats. Plant 1/2 inch deep in individual 3-4 inch pots of seed starting mix. Keep warm and provide a strong light source. Transplant 1 foot apart in rich garden soil in full sun only after temperatures reach 55-60° F (13-16° C) both day and night.
TO PLANT DIRECTLY OUTDOORS
When spring weather reaches 55-60° F (13-16° C) both day and night, plant in well-amended, rich garden soil in full sun. Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 6 inches apart. When seedlings are 3-4 inches tall, thin to one foot apart so plants have room to grow and mature.
GROWING NOTES
Okra seeds do not store well and germinate at about 50%, so start with fresh seeds each season. Plants need consistent hot weather, but once established, they really crank out pods! Provide consistent moisture; mulching is a good strategy. Feed plants monthly. Keep pods picked for most production.
Cold Winters |
Mild Winters |
Sun/Shade |
Space Seeds |
Days To Germinate |
Days To Harvest |
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May – June
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April – June
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Full sun
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6 inches apart1/2 inch deep
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7 – 10 days
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50 – 60
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Cold Winters |
Mild Winters |
Sun/Shade |
Space Seeds |
Days To Germinate |
Days To Harvest |
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May – June
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April – June
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Full sun
|
6 inches apart1/2 inch deep
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7 – 10 days
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50 – 60
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Cold Winters
May – June
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Mild Winters
April – June
|
Sun/Shade
Full sun
|
Space Seeds
6 inches apart1/2 inch deep
|
Days To Germinate
7 – 10 days
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Days To Harvest
50 – 60
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