Start warm
80–90°F mix; 4–5 weeks before planting out.
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A seed worth growing
The standard Southern okra.
Clemson Spineless is the classic open-pollinated okra of the South, with light green pods of 5–8 ridges and cream flowers.
An attractive plant for containers, too. The large flowers are edible too, mild and sweet: fry or stuff them, or use them fresh as a showy garnish.
About 60 days from transplanting. Open-pollinated, certified organic seed.
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Know before you sow

Growing times vary with weather, soil and local conditions.
80–90°F mix; 4–5 weeks before planting out.
At least 70°F; 12–18" apart.
Extra warmth early on.
Often, before pods get tough.
Abelmoschus esculentus
Start 4–5 weeks before setting out. Sow 3 seeds 1/4" deep in each 2" pot or plug cell, hold the mix at 27–32°C (80–90°F) so seed comes up fast, then keep the strongest seedling.
Once frost is past and the soil has warmed, set plants out without breaking the root ball, spacing them 12–18" apart with 3' between rows. Row cover keeps plants and soil warmer.
Counted from transplanting.
Wait until frost danger has passed and the soil reaches 21°C (70°F) or more. Sow 1/2" deep with seeds 2" apart, and thin plants to 12–18".
At 6 seeds per foot in rows 36" apart: about 1 oz. per 78 ft. and 12 lb. per acre.
Cut pods when they reach 3–4" and keep picking so plants keep bearing; pods left too long become tough.
About 155 plants per oz.
50 seeds.
About 8,700 on average.
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