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Abelmoschusesculentus

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Family
Malvaceae (mal-VAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Abelmoschus (a-bel-MOS-kus)
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Species
esculentus (es-kew-LEN-tus)
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Synonym
Hibiscus esculentus
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
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Category
Vegetables
Water Requirements

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Fayetteville, Arkansas

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