(Abelmoschus esculentus) (aka Old Fashioned Okra) Israeli heirloom. Thick pods are best picked at about 3" long. Named because cross-sections of pods look like the Star of David. Tall 7' plants have purple coloration on leaves. 60-75 days.
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DIRECT SEED
2" Apart |
SEED DEPTH
1/2" |
THIN
6-8" Apart |
LIGHT
Full Sun |
Green Thumb Tip
Sow seeds outdoors when the soil has warmed. Tolerant of heat and drought, but not of cold. Keep well picked for higher yields.