2024年6月20日 · Okra thrives in warm weather and is traditionally grown in the southern U.S., though there are varieties for northern growers, too. Once it’s harvest season, pick the pods every day so it doesn’t get overripe and tough. See how to plant, grow, and harvest okra.

Okra (US: / ˈ oʊ k r ə /, UK: / ˈ ɒ k r ə /), Abelmoschus esculentus, known in some English-speaking countries as lady's fingers, [2] [3] is a flowering plant in the mallow family native to East Africa. [4]

2023年7月13日 · Southerners love okra (Abelmoschus esculentus), whether fried, grilled, stewed, or pickled. Native to Africa, this iconic vegetable thrives in sweltering heat and withstands withering droughts. Its candelabra-like stems produce attractive crepe paper blossoms resembling hibiscus or cotton.

2023年6月30日 · The okra plant, which is a perennial plant in the dry tropical regions where it is native, has an upright, branching growth habit. Okra gets big; the adult plant can reach 6 to 8 feet in height. The flowers are yellow or white, often with purplish centers.

2024年11月18日 · If you are thinking about growing okra plants, use this helpful guide. You'll learn where it grows best, how to grow okra from seed, when to plant, & more.

2022年12月28日 · Okra is a highly nutritious vegetable, rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It contains dietary fiber, which helps to improve digestion and prevent constipation. Here is everything you need to know about okra’s health benefits, nutrition facts, …

Where to plant okra. Plant okra in full sun. Okra grows best in loose, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. Add aged compost to planting beds in early spring in advance of planting and gypsum to soil that is slow draining. Okra prefers a soil pH of 6.0 to 6.8.

2024年12月29日 · Discover essential tips for planting, nurturing, and harvesting your very own okra pods, plus a peek into some unique heirloom varieties that will make your neighbors green with envy. Let’s dig in and get those delicious pods growing! In …

2023年7月20日 · Okra is a nutritious vegetable that’s easy to grow and has ornamental value. While okra is often associated with gumbo because of its thick, viscous texture, there are a variety of other ways to enjoy it, too.