Hill Country Red Okra
Hill Country Red Okra
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Hill Country Red is a striking okra with short, plump pods that show a burgundy tip over a green pod. The flavor is crisp and extremely tender when blanched and boiled, and the tall plants grow to about 6 feet.
At a glance
- Variety: Hill Country Red, heirloom okra
- Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO
- Pods: Short and plump, burgundy-tipped
- Plant height: About 6 feet
- Season: Warm weather
- Sun: Full sun
Best for
- Frying
- Boiling and blanching
- Soups and gumbo
- Southern gardens
How to grow
Direct sow after the last frost once the soil is warm, as okra loves heat. Plant in full sun with rich soil and give the tall plants room. Harvest pods young, every couple of days, to keep the plant producing.
Flavor profile
Crisp and tender with a mild okra flavor, excellent fried or boiled.
About MIgardener
MIgardener is a family-run, Michigan-based seed company offering a huge selection of affordable heirloom and non-GMO seeds. Their mission is to make gardening simple, accessible, and budget-friendly for everyone.
Product facts
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- MIgardener
- Maker based in
- St. Clair, Michigan
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