Emerald Okra Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Okra loves heat, so gardeners with short growing seasons may need to start their non-GMO emerald okra seeds indoors; plan to set them out 3-4 weeks after the last frost. Before planting the seeds, soak them overnight to encourage faster germination. Plant 2-3 seeds in one peat pot, and keep them at 80-90 degrees F until germination; thin to the strongest plant by cutting off the rest. When the air temperature reaches a consistent 60 degrees F, plant the seedlings in full sun 12-15" apart in rows 3' apart. For direct sowing in warmer climates, sow the non-GMO emerald okra seed 3/4" deep and later thin the plants to 12-15" apart.
Growing: When the seedlings reach a height of 4", apply mulch to conserve moisture and control weeds. Keep the emerald okra plants moist during dry weather. In cooler climates, it may be necessary to apply black plastic or provide row covers for adequate heat. Emerald okra does tolerate cooler temperatures, and is a good variety to grow in cooler climates.
Harvesting: Emerald okra should be harvested at 3" for best taste and tenderness. This variety is spineless for a painless harvest.
Seed Saving: When saving seed from okra, keep mind mind that it will cross pollinate with other varieties of okra and should be separated from them. Allow the pods to fully mature, and cut them off after they turn brown; if they begin to split, cut them immediately to prevent seed loss. Twisting the pods or putting them in a bag and applying pressure should remove the seed. Spread the seed out to dry for a week, then store in a cool dry place for up to 2-3 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 500
Planting Method: From Transplant
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 96 Inches
Color: Green
Emerald okra
Very good germination rate for okra and all the seeds planted, germinated.
Emerald Okra in PA
We grew this variety last year in Western PA and we were delighted with it. the plants were sturdy, yield was more than adequate, and pods were tender and delicious, even when they had gotten bigger than ideal.
New to me.
I never heard of spineless okra that also stays tender even when large, look forward to planting next year.
Seeds
Very easy shopping. Product was available, shipped quickly, and arrived with no problems.
Fast service
Ordered okra seed on Thursday 4-27-20 and got them in the mail on Saturday 4-30-20. That's fast.
Okra Seeds-Emerald
This is the absolute best variety of Okra for frying, boiling, pickling, in soups, etc! Long and slender with no harsh ribs like the more common Clemson Spineless. For some reason it is harder to find than other varieties, so I search in earnest every year for this variety and have been planting it for years, now. Pods can grow much longer than other varieties and still be tender! 40 yrs. experience in gardening...I started in Texas and now am in Colorado...it grows well in either climate!!!
DESCRIPTION
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Okra loves heat, so gardeners with short growing seasons may need to start their non-GMO emerald okra seeds indoors; plan to set them out 3-4 weeks after the last frost. Before planting the seeds, soak them overnight to encourage faster germination. Plant 2-3 seeds in one peat pot, and keep them at 80-90 degrees F until germination; thin to the strongest plant by cutting off the rest. When the air temperature reaches a consistent 60 degrees F, plant the seedlings in full sun 12-15" apart in rows 3' apart. For direct sowing in warmer climates, sow the non-GMO emerald okra seed 3/4" deep and later thin the plants to 12-15" apart.
Growing: When the seedlings reach a height of 4", apply mulch to conserve moisture and control weeds. Keep the emerald okra plants moist during dry weather. In cooler climates, it may be necessary to apply black plastic or provide row covers for adequate heat. Emerald okra does tolerate cooler temperatures, and is a good variety to grow in cooler climates.
Harvesting: Emerald okra should be harvested at 3" for best taste and tenderness. This variety is spineless for a painless harvest.
Seed Saving: When saving seed from okra, keep mind mind that it will cross pollinate with other varieties of okra and should be separated from them. Allow the pods to fully mature, and cut them off after they turn brown; if they begin to split, cut them immediately to prevent seed loss. Twisting the pods or putting them in a bag and applying pressure should remove the seed. Spread the seed out to dry for a week, then store in a cool dry place for up to 2-3 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 500
Planting Method: From Transplant
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 96 Inches
Color: Green
Reviews
Review
Emerald okra
Very good germination rate for okra and all the seeds planted, germinated.
Review
Emerald Okra in PA
We grew this variety last year in Western PA and we were delighted with it. the plants were sturdy, yield was more than adequate, and pods were tender and delicious, even when they had gotten bigger than ideal.
Review
New to me.
I never heard of spineless okra that also stays tender even when large, look forward to planting next year.
Review
Seeds
Very easy shopping. Product was available, shipped quickly, and arrived with no problems.
Review
Fast service
Ordered okra seed on Thursday 4-27-20 and got them in the mail on Saturday 4-30-20. That's fast.
Review
Okra Seeds-Emerald
This is the absolute best variety of Okra for frying, boiling, pickling, in soups, etc! Long and slender with no harsh ribs like the more common Clemson Spineless. For some reason it is harder to find than other varieties, so I search in earnest every year for this variety and have been planting it for years, now. Pods can grow much longer than other varieties and still be tender! 40 yrs. experience in gardening...I started in Texas and now am in Colorado...it grows well in either climate!!!