Okra seeds

Latin name : Abelmoschus esculentus

Common names: Okra, gumbo

Type of plant: Annual
Growth habit: Shrub
Height: Approximately 1m
Width: 50 cm

Sowing: Direct to the garden in early June (zone 5-6) when the risk of frost has passed. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to aid germination.

If you want to sow them indoors, sow in a peat pot to avoid disturbing the roots when transplanting.

Sowing depth: 1.5 cm
Germination time: 10 to 14 days
Soil: Rich, moist but not wet
Location: Sun
Spacing between plants: 30 cm
Distance between rows: Information not available
Care and other considerations: Harvest regularly to boost production. Okra is best when harvested young. Wear long sleeves when harvesting to protect your arms from thorns.

Friendly plants : Basil, cucumber, melon, peas.
Enemy plants : Tomato, eggplant, pepper.