Okra (Gombo) – 10 Seeds, Exotic and Nutritious Fruit, Ideal for Soups and Stews, Vigorous, Easy to Grow, High Germinability, Non-GMO
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Discover the joy of growing exotic and nutritious okra (gombo) directly in your garden or balcony with our select seeds. This product is ideal for gardening enthusiasts, cooks curious to explore new cuisines, and anyone wishing to enrich their garden with unique and healthy varieties. We offer 10 premium-quality okra seeds, guaranteed to have high germination rates and non-GMO origins, for a responsible and successful cultivation. Okra produces tender, fleshy pod-shaped fruits, perfect for adding flavor and texture to soups, stews, and a variety of culinary preparations.
Technical details:
Botanical name: Abelmoschus esculentus
Seed quantity: 10 seeds per pack, carefully selected for their vitality.
Plant Type and Cultivation Cycle: Fast-growing annual plant, belonging to the Malvaceae family, with a production cycle that extends from late spring to autumn.
Plant Height: Okra plants can reach a height of 1-2 meters, developing a robust and vigorous structure.
Uses: Primarily culinary, the immature pods are excellent in soups, stews, fried, boiled, or steamed. The flowers are also ornamental, similar to hibiscus, adding beauty to the landscape.
Tasting Notes: The fruits are green, ribbed pods with a characteristic, slightly mucilaginous consistency when cooked, highly prized in many traditional cuisines around the world. The flowers are large, yellow with a purple center.
Hardiness and Origin: Native to tropical Africa, Okra is a hardy plant that prefers warm, sunny climates, showing good drought tolerance once established.
Sowing period: Direct sowing in open ground is recommended in late spring, after the risk of frost has passed and the soil temperature has stabilized above 18°C.
Harvest time: The first fruits can be harvested about 50-60 days after planting, continuing throughout the summer and into autumn. Harvest the pods when they are 7-10 cm long and still tender.
Optimal germination conditions: Requires a soil temperature between 20-30°C. To accelerate germination and improve the success rate, it is recommended to soak the seeds in warm water for 12-24 hours before sowing.
Soil type: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil, rich in organic matter, with a neutral or slightly acidic pH.
Recommended exposure: Requires full sun exposure for at least 6-8 hours a day for optimal growth and abundant production.
Germination Times: Seeds typically germinate within 7-21 days, depending on environmental conditions and seed preparation.
Pot or open ground cultivation: Cultivation is possible both in open ground and in large pots (minimum 30-40 cm in diameter) for those with limited space or wishing to grow on the balcony.
Quality Specifications: Non-GMO (non-genetically modified) seeds, open pollinated, and with a high percentage of tested germination, guaranteeing varietal purity.
Choosing our okra seeds means choosing an easy and rewarding grow. With its high germination rate and vigorous plant, even beginners can enjoy a bountiful harvest. Not only is okra a nutritious and flavorful addition to your diet, but its culinary versatility will allow you to explore new culinary horizons. Perfect for those seeking exotic garden seeds and easy growing, this variety is ideal for organic garden seeds, guaranteeing healthy, wholesome fruit. Add a touch of the tropics to your garden with these magnificent okra seeds and get ready to reap the benefits of an exceptional growing experience.