Okra Burgundy

Okra Burgundy is a lovely red-coloured heirloom variety of Okra that retains its colour even when cooked. One of the better types for growing in temperate climates, but also grows well in the heat.

Growing to around 100cm, it is a very ornamental plant with red stems and green leaves producing attractive red pods that are best harvested when around 7-10cm long

Originally, Okra comes from northern Africa, where it still grows wild. This unusual member of the hibiscus family has an important part in African, Mediterranean and Oriental cuisine.

It is a culinary tradition in the southern states of America, where it is used both as a side dish and in a variety of recipes including gumbos and stews. It is also a popular vegetable in the south of India, where it is mostly used in dry curries.

Often referred to as lady’s fingers okra is a vigorous cut-and-come-again vegetable. Keep cutting the pods every day or two, and they will keep on coming.

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