| Season: |
Warm Weather |
| Spring Planting Dates: |
April 10 - June 30 |
| Day to Maturity: |
50 - 65 |
| Plant Size: |
4-12' tall, 2' wide |
| Water Need: |
Medium |
| Seeds or Plants/100 ft.: |
1 oz. |
| Spacing - Rows/Plants: |
36" x 12" |
| Recommended Varieties: |
Clemson Spineless, Emerald,
Lee, Burgundy |
Okra is a warm season crop that grows well in most
areas of Alabama. Delay seeding until 3 to 4 weeks after the last
frost. Varieties differ in plant size, pod type and color, and number of
spines. Dwarf varieties without spines and with smooth green pods
are best for home gardens.
For good germination, soak the seeds for about 6 hours in warm water
before planting. Plant three to four seeds per foot 3/4 inch deep
in rows 36 inches apart. After plants are 3 to 4 inches tall, thin
to final stand of about 12 inches between plants.
Cut off the pods when they are 3 to 4 inches long. Once harvesting
starts, continue to harvest every 2 to 3 days to maintain productivity.
An occasional light fertilizer application maintains quality and yields.
You can store okra in plastic bags in the refrigerator for several weeks,
or it can be blanched and frozen for later use. |
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Common Insect Pests
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Aphids
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Foliage-Feeding Worms
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Japanese Beetles
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Pod-Feeding Worms
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Stinkbugs
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Common Diseases
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Powdery Mildew
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Root Knot Nematodes
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