🌶️ Okra
🍴 Overview
Crop: Okra
Common Varieties in OK: ‘Clemson Spineless’, ‘Cow Horn’, ‘Jambalaya’, ‘Red Burgundy’
Planting Season: Mid-May through early summer (after soil is very warm)
Days to Maturity: 50–65 days
🎨 Trait Legend
🟨 Warm-season – Heat-loving, thrives in OK summers
🌱 Fruiting crop – Grown for edible seed pods
☀️ Full sun – Needs 8+ hours of sun daily
🌱 Replant OK – Only if space allows; long, tall growers
📏 Spacing & Soil
Row Spacing: 36–48 inches
Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches
Soil Needs: Well-drained, loamy soil; pH 6.0–6.8
Fertilizer: Light compost at planting; side-dress mid-season
🌱 Cultivars We Recommend
‘Clemson Spineless’ 🟨
The standard for a reason. High yields, easy to pick.
‘Cow Horn’ 🟨
Long pods, huge plants. Classic old-school variety.
‘Jambalaya’ 🟨
Early producer, compact size. Great for smaller spaces.
‘Red Burgundy’ 🟨
Ornamental and edible — beautiful and tasty.
🧠 Tips
Soak seeds overnight for better germination
Pick pods every 1–2 days — young and tender is key
Wear sleeves if you’re sensitive — leaves can be itchy
Don’t let pods get too big — they go woody quick
Heavy feeder late in the season — keep them mulched and happy