Okra Burgundy
$4.49
Abelmoschus Esculentus
- Seed Count 20
- Quick Growing
- Perennial
In stock
Description
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.
| Method: Raise seedlings | Soil Temp: 20°C - 35°C |
| Cool Mountain: Not recommended | Position: Full sun |
| Temperate: Oct - Jan | Planting Depth: 6 mm |
| Sub Tropical: Aug - Feb | Row Spacing: 50 cm |
| Arid: Aug - Dec | Harvest: 80 Days |
| Tropical: Apr - Sep | Plant Height: 2 m |
Order Times
Seed orders are normally dispatched within three business days. You will receive an email when seeds are mailed out.
Packaging
No plastics are used in our seed envelopes or postage materials. Everything is compostable and fully bio degradable.
Postage Days
Seeds are mailed out Monday to Friday at 1pm. Except for the Friday of long weekends.
Postage Times
WA 2-3 Days: SA,NT 3-5 Days: NSW, ACT, QLD, VIC: 5-7 Days
Carrier
We use Australia Post Letter Postage for the majority of orders
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