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Okra Seeds - Clemson Spineless
Gardener's choice with seven- to nine-inch pods on six-foot tall plantsOkra Seeds - Clemson Spineless
Gardener's choice with seven- to nine-inch pods on six-foot tall plantsRegular price As Low As $4.99Regular priceUnit price per -
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Okra Seeds (Organic) - Clemson Spineless
Classic warm weather okra choice from the 1930sOkra Seeds (Organic) - Clemson Spineless
Classic warm weather okra choice from the 1930sRegular price $6.99Regular priceUnit price per -
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Okra Seeds - Red Burgundy
Crimson colored pods liven up soups, stews, and gumboSaleOkra Seeds - Red Burgundy
Crimson colored pods liven up soups, stews, and gumboRegular price As Low As $4.99Regular priceUnit price per$46.99Sale price As Low As $4.99Sale -
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Okra Seeds - Star of David
Short, thick pods are twice as meaty as other podsOkra Seeds - Star of David
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Okra Seeds - Emerald
Introduced by the Campbell Soup Co, great for soups and stewsOkra Seeds - Emerald
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Okra Seeds - Perkins Long Pod
High yielding heirloom, great for canning and picklingOkra Seeds - Perkins Long Pod
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Okra Seeds - Jing Orange
Asian variety of high yielding, heat tolerant orange podsOkra Seeds - Jing Orange
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Okra Seeds - Blondy
Early producing in under 50 days, also suitable for smaller gardensSaleOkra Seeds - Blondy
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Okra Seeds - Hill Country Red
Stocky blush-colored okra is most tender when harvested youngSaleOkra Seeds - Hill Country Red
Stocky blush-colored okra is most tender when harvested youngRegular price As Low As $4.99Regular priceUnit price per$26.99Sale price As Low As $4.99Sale -
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Okra Seeds (Organic) - Red Burgundy
A beautiful crimson color to beautify your garden and dinner tableOkra Seeds (Organic) - Red Burgundy
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Okra Seeds - Cow Horn
Large crunchy and flavorful pods can reach 10 to 14 inches longOkra Seeds - Cow Horn
Large crunchy and flavorful pods can reach 10 to 14 inches longRegular price As Low As $4.99Regular priceUnit price per -
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Okra Seeds (Organic) - Cow Horn
Long and twisted like a cow's horn, crunchy and flavorfulSaleOkra Seeds (Organic) - Cow Horn
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About our heirloom okra seeds
- Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas
- Sometimes also called "lady's fingers"
- Rich in vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants that reduce the risk of serious health conditions
- Sweet, grassy flavor that takes on more depth with longer cooking
Choose from the very best heirloom okra varieties
In the right conditions, heirloom okra is a heat-loving annual that grows quickly. Heirloom okra, which belongs to the same family as hibiscus and hollyhock, has a lovely blossom that eventually changes into a seedpod, which is the plant's edible portion. Your vegetable garden's most fruitful plant will most likely be heirloom okra. You should examine your plants every day for the remainder of the season once the first pods appear. Prepare to create a lot of gumbo and make friends with those who love to eat!
Where to grow heirloom okra
Heirloom okra has a reputation for only growing in hot climates, which is why many gardeners avoid it. You may enjoy homegrown heirloom okra in any hardiness zone with a little more effort and preparation. Because heirloom okra is sensitive to cold weather, you may sow seeds inside four weeks before the last frost in your location to get a head start on the season. Wait until the soil temperature reaches at least 65°F before sowing seeds directly. Full light and nutrient-rich soil are ideal for heirloom okra. Because most types grow between three and six feet tall, plant your okra in a row or raised bed where it won't shadow out other crops. Harvest seed pods when they're young and harvest them frequently, as okra quickly becomes woody and unpalatable.
Cooking with heirloom okra + nutritional benefits
Heirloom okra is a low-calorie vegetable that is high in nutrients. Vitamins A, C, and K, as well as cancer-fighting antioxidants, are abundant in the seedpods. Incorporating heirloom okra into your diet may also aid in the management of cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Okra has a slimy feel unless it is properly cooked. To increase the texture, saute seed pods in a pan over high heat or roast them in the oven. Heirloom okra tastes great in gumbo, soups, stews, and even marinara sauce!
Heirloom okra is easy to grow
Heirloom okra is a simple to grow plant that packs a punch when harvested. There's no excuse not to cultivate okra in your garden this season, with all the nourishment this old-time favorite provides! Eden Brothers has nine heirloom okra varieties that are sure to please.
For more information about planting, growing, and harvesting heirloom okra seeds, see the Okra Seeds Planting Guide.