Okra Seeds - Emerald HEIRLOOM - OPEN POLLINATED
- Green pods, should be harvested at 3-4 Inches
- 58 Days to Harvest
- Prefers full sun exposure
Availability & Turnaround Time
All seeds are shipped year-round, while flower bulbs are shipped on a seasonal basis. Typical turnaround times for in-stock items is between 2 – 5 business days.
| Category | Shipping Period |
|---|---|
| All Seeds: | |
| Zones 2 – 10 | Year-Round |
| Spring Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Warmest Regions First): | |
| Zones 8 – 10 | Early-Mid March |
| Zones 7 | Mid-Late March |
| Zones 6 | Late March - Early April |
| Zones 5 | Early-Mid April |
| Zones 2 – 4 | Late April - Early May |
| Fall Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Coldest Regions First*): | |
| Zones 2-4 | Mid September |
| Zones 5 | Mid-Late September |
| Zones 6 | Late September |
| Zones 7 | Late September - Early October |
| Zones 8-10 | Early October |
We try our utmost to maintain reliable inventory of all products, and are very proud of our record in doing so. However, as we are a company engaged in what Mother Nature provides, we do sometimes experience shortages and crop failures beyond our control. If, for any reason, we are required to backorder any portion of your order, rest assured we will keep you apprised of updated shipping information and/or any other options that may satisfy your needs and wishes.
Product Description
Okra Seeds - Emerald
A popular Heirloom variety of Okra, originally introduced by the Campbell Soup Company, Emerald Okra is fast growing and heavy yielding. Pods will grow up to 8" but for the tenderest fruits, harvest at approximately 3-4"
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Fast Facts
Name: Emerald Okra Botanical Name: Abelmoschus esculentus "Emerald" Type: Heirloom Size at Maturity: Up to 8" Green Pods Days to Maturity: 58 Days Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Time: Warm Season Sowing Method: Direct or Indoor Sow Planting Depth: 1/4" Plant Spacing: 12" Seeds per Pound: NA Hardiness Zones: All Ships: Year-round Average Seeds Per Packet: ~80-90 -
Planting Instructions
When to plant:
- If you are starting your okra seeds indoors, plant them in peat pots 4 weeks before the average last Spring frost date in your area.
- If you’re starting your okra seeds outdoors, plant them 3-4 weeks before the last Spring frost but make sure to cover them with a cold frame to protect them against the cold.
- If you want to wait until it has warmed to plant your okra seeds, wait until the soil has reached around 65 or 70 degrees F.
How to plant:
- Soak your seeds overnight in warm/room temperature water and it will help your seeds germinate.
- Plant your seeds in full sun around 12 inches apart and ¼ inch deep.
- When the plants get to be larger, you can weed the plants so they are between 3 and 4 feet apart.
When to harvest:
- Your okra will be ready to start harvesting after about 2 months.
- After that, you can keep picking the okra every two days with a knife cut to the stem above the okra cap.
*If you want to create faster production, remove the lower leaves of the plants after the first harvest.
*We recommend wearing gloves and/or skin protection while touching or handling the okra plants to prevent irritation from the tiny spines on its surface.
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Product Reviews
Review
Emerald Okra
I have found that this type of okra tastes better than other types. Plus, the okra does not grow 10 feet tall, which makes it harder to cut, especially in a raised bed.
