Okra
Abelmoschusesculentus 'Cowhorn 22'

Synonym:Hibiscus esculentus

Category
Vegetables

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Succulent

Foliage Color

Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow

Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Bloom Color
Pale Yellow

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall

Other details

Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds