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Okra ‘Ladies Fingers’ (Abelmoschus esculentus)
Botanical Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
Type: Tender Annual

Okra ‘Ladies Fingers’ is a productive and heat-loving variety grown for its long, slender green pods with a mild, slightly grassy flavour and tender texture. The attractive plants feature bright green leaves and large, creamy-yellow hibiscus-like flowers, making them both ornamental and edible. Ideal for warm, sunny spots, Okra thrives in fertile soil and rewards growers with abundant pods throughout summer. Perfect for traditional dishes, including curries, stews, and gumbo.

Plant Details

Type: Tender annual
Height: 90–150cm
Spread: 40–60cm
Flowers: July – September
Harvest: July – October
Position: Full sun; rich, well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow: Mar – Apr indoors; May – Jun outdoors after frost
Germination: 10–21 days at 20–25°C
Transplant: Plant out when soil is warm and frost risk has passed
Spacing: 40–50cm apart
Care: Water regularly and mulch to retain soil moisture; pick pods frequently when young and tender

Why You’ll Love It

Long, tender pods full of flavour
Attractive, tropical-looking plants with hibiscus-like flowers
High-yielding and easy to grow in warm conditions
Excellent for curries, stir-fries, and soups

Top Tip

Soak seeds overnight before sowing to improve germination. Harvest pods while young (8–10cm) for the best flavour and texture.

Perfect For

Kitchen and vegetable gardens
Greenhouses and polytunnels
Exotic and tropical-style gardens
Fresh cooking and homegrown produce

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