Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Velvet'

Okra

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Common Name:

Okra

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

220 cm

Maximum width:

75 cm

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Velvet') - Description

An abundant producer of scarlet red pods, leaves and stems. Plants yield tender, slightly ribbed 3-6" pods, best used in gumbos. We searched the world to find the best organic seed - Burpee fully guarantees that not a drop of synthetic chemicals was used to make these excellent seeds. Certified Organic Seed

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Velvet') - Blooming

Blooms 5-petaled flowers in yellow with purple centers. Borne solitary or in racemes.

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Velvet') - Growth

Hairy annuals and perennials. Silk Flowers will grow to be approx. 2 ft. tall and do well in full sun. In the hottest of climates, provide afternoon shade. Grow A. moschatus as an annual. Works well in a mixed border, or summer bedding. A. esculentes grows best in a vegetable garden.

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Velvet') - Planting

Propagate from the seed in late winter or early spring at 50-55°F (10-13°C). Can sow directly into the ground in spring after the threat of frost has passed.

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Velvet') - Pest

Slugs, whiteflies, and spider mites. Abelmoschus is also prone to powdery mildew, bacterial diseases, and root rot. Bacterial diseases occur mostly in the Southeast (Asia).

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Velvet') - Interesting facts

Abelmoschus is native to tropical Asia. A. esculentes is an important tropical crop, cultivated for its edible pods (Okra).

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Velvet') - Soil and irrigation

Silk Flowers prefer good garden soil with moderate water. Water liberally during the growing season, just enough in winter. Does best in rich soil with good drainage.