Alabama Red Okra Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Alabama Red Okra is a warm-season heirloom variety known for attractive red pods and vigorous upright growth. The tender pods are best harvested young and the plants grow well in full sun, fertile soil, and warm temperatures.

Features

• Heirloom okra variety
• Produces attractive red pods
• Vigorous upright plant growth
• Tender when harvested young
• Suitable for home vegetable gardens
• Performs well in hot summer weather
• Ideal for frying, soups, stews, and gumbo
• Suitable for fresh harvesting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
• Common Name (US): Okra
• Seed Type / Variety: Alabama Red Heirloom Okra
• Growth Habit: Upright annual vegetable plant
• USDA Zones: 5–11
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: Spring through early summer
• Germination Time and Conditions: Approximately 5–14 days in warm, consistently moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, loose, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: Approximately 5–6 feet tall
• Pod Size: Approximately 6–7 inches long
• Days to Maturity: Approximately 58–65 days
• Plant Spacing: Approximately 12–18 inches apart