Okra-Burgundy

Approximately 20 Seeds

An unusual, attractive and prolific strain, producing 6-7 inch, burgundy red pods on 4ft plants with dark green and red tinged leaves with burgundy stems. Bees love the gorgeous yellow flowers. Best when 2 1/2-3 in. long, turning green when cooked.

Time to Germinate: 10-14 Days
Temperature Required: 15°c +
Days to Maturity: 55-65 Days
Light: Full Sun
Sowing Months: March to June
Harvest Months: June– September

• Sow under cover 4-6 weeks before last frost or directly outside in warmer areas from late spring.
• Sow 1/2-3/4 inch deep, 2 to a pot and thin to strongest seedling,
• or thinly in rows, thinning to 18-24 inches between plants.
• Plant to the growing position outside in late spring when the soil has warmed.
• A sunny, warm & sheltered location required in order to maximise harvest.
• Best grown under glass in the UK.
• Harvest pods when they are young and tender, 2 1/2 – 3 inches long.
• Keep ripe pods picked to encourage production.