Okra Red Burgundy Seeds – Heirloom Ornamental Vegetable
- Ontario Grown
$1.95
SKU: GS-9862-OKR-DT
- Free shipping on orders over $50 (in Canada)
- Organicly grown
- Non GMO
Description
Okra Red Burgundy (Abelmoschus esculentus), an All-America Selections winner, is a stunning heirloom variety prized for its edible tender pods and dramatic garden appearance. Producing high yields of deep burgundy-red pods on striking red stems with hibiscus-like pale yellow flowers, it bridges the gap between ornamental beauty and productive vegetable growing. The tender, 6–8 inch pods retain their subtle, tender flavor whether roasted, fried, grilled, or added to soups, gumbos, and stews.
Specifications
- Plant Name: Okra Red Burgundy (Abelmoschus esculentus)
- Cultivar Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
- Plant Class: Warm-Season Fruiting Vegetable (Annual)
- Color: Deep burgundy-red pods
- stems, creamy yellow blossoms with dark centers: stems, creamy yellow blossoms with dark centers
- Plant Characteristics: Upright branching habit, palmate foliage, hibiscus-like blooms, tender tapered pods
- Suitable Space: Full-sun garden beds, raised beds, edible landscaping borders, large patio containers
- Season: Warm Season (Late Spring through Autumn)
- Best Time for Sowing (Zone 6b): Start indoors late April in peat pots; or direct sow outdoors late May to early June once soil temperatures reach 20°C (68°F).
- Sunlight: Full Sun (6+ hours direct sunlight daily)
- Watering Needs: Low to Moderate (drought-tolerant once established; thrives in warm, well-drained soil)
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