Okra - 'Lady's Fingers' , Clemson Spineless (Circa 1939)

Abelmoschus esculentus, (Circa 12th C Europe) - Aka: Gumbo in USA, Also known as gumbo in the U. S.A. This is a heritage variety developed at Clemson University & introduced in 1939. The plant typically grows to a ht of 2 to 4 feet & is recognised for its straight, tender, crisp, full-flavoured, fleshy ribbed, & tapered spineless emerald, green pods. With regular harvesting, this variety produces prolifically. Its pods may be consumed par-boiled, fried, roasted, or incorporated into stews, gumbos, & curries. Notably, the plant features cream-colored flowers with a dark red eye, which are aesthetically pleasing & well suited to ornamental gardens. As a member of the mallow family, Abelmoschus esculentus thrives in warm conditions & is best cultivated in a greenhouse during its growing period., Seed Count Approx - 20 avg

SOWING - 53 days - Sow Spring indoors or direct outdoors Late spring/early summer, Germination 10 to 14 days, Prick out with 3 to 4 leaves (5 in tall) Harvest after flowers have opened when pods about 3 in long, Likes warmth, (Soak Seeds 24 hrs)