Growing Okra, also Ladyfinger, gumbo

Abelmoschus esculentus : Malvaceae / the mallow family

Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
		S
				T
				P

(Best months for growing Okra in USA - Zone 5a regions)

S = Plant undercover in seed trays
T = Plant out (transplant) seedlings
P = Sow seed

Grow in seed trays, and plant out in 4-6 weeks. Sow seed at a depth approximately three times the diameter of the seed. Best planted at soil temperatures between 68°F and 95°F. (Show °C/cm)
Space plants: 14 - 24 inches apart
Harvest in 11-14 weeks.
Compatible with (can grow beside): Peppers (Capsicum, Chili), Eggplant (Aubergine)

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01 Nov 23, Prakash Chandra (New Zealand - sub-tropical climate): Try internet Bunnings and other places have seeds as November is here it’s planting time .Cheaper to plant Seedlings .plenty of plants Seedlings sold in Auckland markets
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27 Mar 18, mark (New Zealand - cool/mountain climate): I buy my okra seeds from bunnings in Hamilton.
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23 Feb 18, Larry Grigson (New Zealand - temperate climate): just noticed an okra pod seeds germinated inside the pod.. in the friidge .... planted out now
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15 Feb 18, Liz (New Zealand - temperate climate): Try a search on-line for 'seed suppliers'
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08 Feb 18, Kristin (USA - Zone 10b climate): I don't think this is right. Your calendar says Okra will not grow in Miami, FL, (according to your site is 11a but USDA says 10b) But they grew and produced for me like crazy in the dead of summer. Granted I watered frequently but the heat did not faze them. And I am in Homestead, FL, 5 min from the Keys.
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14 Feb 20, Joseph Greene (USA - Zone 9b climate): I would think being in zone 10b you could grow whatever your heart desires!
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08 Feb 18, Liz (New Zealand - temperate climate): Kristin, if you check here https://www.gardenate.com/zones/#zone-US , you will find that Miami is included in both 10b and 11a. We use the USDA for our advice.
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07 Feb 18, John Manousso (Australia - temperate climate): Can you please tell me how to grow Okra the best way in the Liverpool area... what do I need prepare to plant the seeds once they germinate. Thank...John
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07 Feb 18, Mike (Australia - temperate climate): A garden bed should be started to be made ready 4-6 weeks before you plant seeds or seedlings in it. Dig it over several times adding compost manures grass clippings lime and some fertiliser if you wish. By the time you plant you should have nice friable soil. By the guide here you should have planted seeds Oct/Nov and have planted seedlings Dec/Jan. So you plant out seedlings 4-6 weeks after they germinate. Give it a go.
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27 Jan 18, Heather (South Africa - Semi-arid climate): Hi there. Can orkra be frozen so it is available all year ?
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I love okra, do you think if i start planting it now and it will last through winter? Or does it die during winter and spring back to life after that? I am not greeb thumb but trying my best... home grown vegies are the best in taste! my kids love it and so am i

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