Okra - Clemson Spineless
The okra plant itself is very beautiful. It is part of the hibiscus family and makes very attractive flowers. These plants also love the heat, they are one of the very few that can grow in the warmer months of Florida.
We have chosen the Clemson spineless variety because as the name implies, this plant is spineless. Many other varieties of okra have tiny little thorns on them making them difficult to work with.
Type: Heirloom
When to Plant:
- North Florida: March - August
- Central Florida: March - August
- South Florida: August - September
Planting instructions: Plant in a spot with full sun and well-draining soil. Give each plant 12-18” of space between each other. Sow directly into the garden or start transplants undercover. Plant seeds about ¼ “ deep and water regularly.
Germination time: 7 - 14 Days
Days to Maturity: 60 days
Number of seeds per pack: 30-40
For a more detailed dive into growing Okra in Florida check out this guide that I wrote.
For the love of okra
I’ve ordered 3 times now. Every season I love switching it up a little but I always have okra in the mix. It grows so quickly and is impressive to watch. I’m happy they provide such variety and my favorites like the okra for me to experience growing them on my own.
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