Description
50 Seeds per pack
(Abelmoschus esculentus) 55-60 days. Cow Horn Okra grows 6-7 ft tall producing long slender ribbed and spined pods 10-12 in long. Best if use when 3-5 in long. Medium green pods.
Planting Instructions for Cow Horn Okra Seeds
Cow Horn Okra is a tender, heat loving annual. Heirloom Okra seed can be direct sown in hot climates, or started indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost for an early crop or in cooler climates. Soaking Okra seeds for 2 hours before planting will speed germination. To start Heirloom Okra seeds indoors plant ½” deep in 3″ pots. Outdoors plant seeds 1-2 weeks after last frost, ½” deep, 4-8″ apart, in rows 36″ apart. Thin Okra plants to or set out transplants 12-24″ apart. Plant or set Okra out in full sun. Germination should occur in 7-15 days in soil 70-90°F. Harvest Cow Horn Okra pods often, to encourage continuous fruit set. Cut fruit from plant with shears or knife (to prevent damage to plant), when tender pods are 3-5″ long. Okra plants have short hairs that can be irritating to the skin. If irritation occurs wear long sleeves and gloves when harvesting.
FAQ:
What are the distinguishing features of Cow Horn Okra?
Cow Horn Okra plants grow 6-7 feet tall and produce long, slender, ribbed, and spined pods that can reach 10-12 inches in length.
When is the optimal time to harvest Cow Horn Okra pods?
For the best texture and flavor, harvest the pods when they are 3-5 inches long.
What are the recommended planting instructions for Cow Horn Okra seeds?
In hot climates, seeds can be direct sown. In cooler regions, start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost. Soaking seeds for 2 hours before planting can speed up germination.
What are the ideal growing conditions for Cow Horn Okra?
This variety thrives in full sun and requires warm temperatures, making it suitable for planting after the last frost when the soil has warmed sufficiently.
How should Cow Horn Okra pods be harvested?
Use shears or a knife to cut the pods from the plant to prevent damage. Regular harvesting encourages continuous fruit production.
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