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Okra 'Long (Perkins)' – 30 Seeds
Okra 'Long (Perkins)' – 30 Seeds
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Okra 'Perkins Long Pod' growing facts
| Botanical name | Abelmoschus esculentus |
|---|---|
| Plant type | Warm-season annual |
| When to sow | 2–3 weeks after last frost when soil is 65°F+ and nights stay above 60°F |
| Sowing depth | 1/2–1 inch |
| Spacing | 12–18 inches; rows 3 feet apart |
| Germination | 5–10 days in warm soil; soak overnight |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Days to harvest | About 55–65 days |
| Seeds per pack | 30 |
| Shipping | Ships from Texas within 1–2 business days |
Okra – Perkins Long Pod
Grow a classic, high-yielding garden favorite with Perkins Long Pod Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus). This dependable variety produces long, slender green pods with excellent flavor and tender texture when picked young, making it perfect for frying, soups, stews, and pickling.
Key Details:
- Botanical Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
- Type: Warm-season annual
- Days to Maturity: ~55–65 days
- USDA Growing Zones: 3–11 (grown as an annual)
Features:
- Long, slender, bright green pods that can reach about 8 inches
- Most tender when picked at 3–5 inches; larger pods turn fibrous
- Highly productive plants
- Heat- and drought-tolerant
- Excellent for frying, gumbo, soups, and pickling
Growing Info:
- Prefers full sun and warm temperatures
- Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost once soil is warm
- Plant in fertile, well-drained soil
- Pick pods every 1–2 days to keep plants producing
Okra 'Perkins Long Pod' FAQ
When should I plant okra?
Sow 2–4 weeks after last frost once soil is warm (65°F+). Warm regions (zones 8–10): planting can continue through July.
How big should pods be when I pick them?
Pods can reach about 8 inches but are most tender at 3–5 inches. Pick every 1–2 days.
Can I grow okra in a container?
Yes, in a 5-gallon or larger pot in full sun.
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Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.
Good germination so far. Excited to grow these in my raised beds this season.
Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.