{"title":"Okra Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"IF6RUET\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e(\u003ci\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus\u003c\/i\u003e)  This African native and staple of the Deep South really thrives on heat! Enslaved people from Angola called okra “ngumbo,” which became gumbo, a popular name for several okra dishes to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"okra-burgundy","title":"Okra Seeds, Burgundy","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus\u003c\/em\u003e). Very tender and delicious. Beautiful deep red pods and stems contrast nicely with green leaves. Ornamental and tasty! Developed by Clemson University in South Carolina and introduced in 1983.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy okra is prized for its vibrant red pods and ornamental appeal. For best results, plant in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Consistent watering and regular harvesting help maintain tender pods and strong yields. Mulching conserves moisture and suppresses weeds. Its striking foliage and flowers also make it a great addition to edible landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511112368414,"sku":"OK102","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/okra_burgundy.jpg?v=1782395671"},{"product_id":"okra-alabama-red","title":"Okra Seeds, Alabama Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus\u003c\/em\u003e). A delicious heirloom from Alabama, this variety has fat, red-tinged pods that are great fried or in gumbo! One of our most popular varieties, it is unique and rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alabama Red okra thrives in warm climates and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Regular watering and full sunlight help promote vigorous growth and high yields. Mulching helps conserve moisture and control weeds. Staking may be required in windy areas to support tall stalks. Harvest pods when they are tender and 3–5 inches long to ensure best flavor and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511144677662,"sku":"OK132","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/okra_alabama_red.jpg?v=1782396856"},{"product_id":"okra-clemson-spineless","title":"Okra Seeds, Clemson Spineless","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus\u003c\/em\u003e). Plant is spineless, with tasty green pods best when picked small. Developed in 1939. Still a standard in many home gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clemson Spineless okra is a reliable, high-yielding heirloom known for its smooth, spine-free pods. Grow it in fertile, well-draining soil and provide consistent moisture. Regular harvesting of young pods, ideally 3–4 inches long, encourages continued production. Mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds, and fertilize periodically for strong growth and steady yields throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511148970270,"sku":"OK103","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/okra_clemson_spineless.jpg?v=1782397010"},{"product_id":"okra-burmese","title":"Okra Seeds, Burmese","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus\u003c\/em\u003e). We are proud to offer this heirloom variety from Myanmar (Burma). Large pods are tender, spineless, and finely flavored. The plants start yielding early, and production lasts until frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burmese okra is a vigorous, heat-tolerant variety known for producing long, slender, and exceptionally tender pods even when harvested at larger sizes. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soil and benefits from consistent moisture and full sun. Regular harvesting boosts yield, while mulching helps conserve water and suppress weeds throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511174758686,"sku":"OK111","price":3.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/okra_burmese.jpg?v=1782398117"},{"product_id":"okra-jing-orange","title":"Okra Seeds, Jing Orange","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus\u003c\/em\u003e). Our favorite okra! Lovely pods are a deep reddish-orange and are quite colorful. This Chinese variety produces lots of flavorful 6- to 8-inch pods early, even in dry conditions. A  unique, beautiful and exciting variety and one of the most tender we offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jing Orange okra is a striking heirloom variety known for its richly colored, deep orange-red pods and vigorous growth in warm climates. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soil and full sun. Mulching helps conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest pods frequently when young for maximum tenderness and to encourage high yields throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511174988062,"sku":"OK126","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/okra_jing_orange.jpg?v=1782398147"},{"product_id":"okra-eagle-pass","title":"Okra Seeds, Eagle Pass","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus\u003c\/em\u003e). This highly flavorful okra variety hails from around Eagle Pass, Texas, and is a local favorite among farmers for its exceptional taste. The productive plants yield large, tender pods that are notably less slimy than other varieties, offering a delicious and enjoyable texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eagle Pass okra is a vigorous heirloom variety known for its tall plants and abundant, tender pods. It thrives in heat and performs well in Southern climates. Plant in full sun with rich, well-draining soil. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Frequent harvesting encourages prolonged pod production and helps maintain ideal pod size and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511175053598,"sku":"OK133","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/okra_eagle_pass.jpg?v=1782397687"},{"product_id":"okra-louisiana-16-inch-long-pod","title":"Okra Seeds, Louisiana 16 Inch Long Pod","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus\u003c\/em\u003e). Super giant, pale green pods are of superb quality! They can grow to 10 to 14 inches and remain tasty and tender -- that's about twice as long as most okra varieties! Seasoned okra growers know how easy it is to miss a day of picking and find your plant covered in too-tough, inedible pods. With this Louisiana heirloom variety, though, pods stay tender a little longer. The plants are rugged and sturdy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Louisiana 16-Inch-Long Pod okra produces impressively long, tender pods and thrives in hot, humid climates. Provide full sun, fertile soil, and consistent moisture for best results. Harvest frequently to encourage continued flowering and to ensure pods stay edible. Due to its tall height and large leaves, allow generous spacing and consider staking for support during heavy winds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511480811806,"sku":"OK127","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/okra_louisiana_16_inch_long_pod.jpg?v=1782400693"},{"product_id":"okra-heavy-hitter","title":"Okra Seeds, Heavy Hitter","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus\u003c\/em\u003e). Okra lovers rejoice! This is the most productive okra we have ever seen, with plants producing as many as 150 pods per plant in a season. This unbelievable heirloom was selected and perfected over decades by one dedicated farmer in Oklahoma. Dry Creek Farm owner Ron Cook received seeds of Clemson Spineless okra in 1972 from a local gardening friend who had saved her own seeds for decades. Once in his hands, Ron began to select for heavy productivity. After many years of improvement and selection, the Heavy Hitter stands to be one of the most productive okras of all time and with no compromise to flavor and texture. For those who love to grow a mess of okra, this is your variety. You can expect heavy crops of uniform pods, perfect for pickling and then savoring all season long!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy Hitter okra is a high-yielding variety that produces multiple pods per node, making it ideal for gardeners seeking heavy production in hot climates. Grow in full sun and well-drained soil for best results. Regular harvesting encourages abundant pod formation. Provide support in windy areas and apply mulch to retain moisture and reduce weed pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511694426398,"sku":"OK114","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/okra_heavy_hitter_1.jpg?v=1782403380"},{"product_id":"okra-nkruma-tenten","title":"Okra Seeds, Nkruma Tenten","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus caillei\u003c\/em\u003e). The famous “tree okra” of Ghana! Unique pods are tender and deep green, sometimes tinged in red. This prized variety is superior to most okra from the Americas. An exceptionally tall and delicious variety known to be long lived in its native range in Ghana, West Africa. The name literally translates to “tall okra,” and the plants can reach up to 12 feet tall. Solomon Amuzu, of Call to Permaculture Farm in Ghana, tells us this variety can live up to 15 or 20 years in the tropics if well maintained! Its flavorful leaves are widely used among the Akan, Ewe, Ga, and Fante people. The leaves have a wonderful spinach flavor when cooked in soups, stews, and curries. The pods are rich in mucilage. You can prune this variety to keep it shorter. This historic variety can have a slight bit of variation in color and fruit shape, but is among the best we have tried in our Missouri gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nkruma Tenten okra, a vigorous West African variety, is known for its tall growth and long, slender pods. For optimal production, provide full sun, warm temperatures, and fertile, well-draining soil. Keep plants consistently watered and harvest pods when young to prevent toughness. Mulching helps maintain moisture and control weeds in hot, dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511769399582,"sku":"OK115","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/okra_nkruma_tenten.jpg?v=1782404609"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/collections\/Okra_Eagle_Pass_ZS007.jpg?v=1783528316","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/collections\/okra-seeds.oembed","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}