Perkins Long Pod Okra Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Perkins Long Pod Okra is a traditional warm-season variety known for tall, vigorous plants and long, bright green pods. It grows well in full sun, warm soil, and fertile, well-drained conditions.

Features

• Traditional Southern heirloom okra variety
• Produces long, bright green pods
• Tall, vigorous upright growth
• Pods can reach about 8 inches
• Best harvested young for tenderness
• Suitable for frying, pickling, canning, and gumbo
• Thrives in warm summer conditions
• Suitable for home vegetable gardens

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
• Common Name (US): Okra
• Seed Type / Variety: Perkins Long Pod 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 4–14 days in warm soil around 75–90°F
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, loose, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: Approximately 5–7 feet tall
• Pod Size: Up to approximately 8 inches long
• Plant Spacing: Approximately 12–18 inches apart
• Days to Maturity: Approximately 55–60 days