Plants are about 3 tall. The Clemson Spineless Okra carries numerous spineless pods that are tender and tasty if picked young. This variety won an All-America Selections award back in 1939 and is still thought of as the standard variety.

30 seeds

PLANTING

Abelmoschus esculentus

Germination:7-10 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 75-85F.

Seed Sowing Depth:1/2″ deep

Starting Indoors:Start4-5 weeks before planting outside.Sow 2-3 seeds per cell/pot, thinning to one per cell/pot.Sowing into individual biodegradable peat/cow pots reduces rootdamage when transplanting.Provide 75-85F soil temperatures. Transplant out after the last frost,12-18apart.

Sowing Outdoors:After the last frost when the soil temperature is over 70F. Sow 3-6 apart, thin to 12-18.

How much does a packet plant:20-25foot single row

Harvest:Clip pods off at 2-4 to keep the plant flowering for more production.

Tips:Plant Clemson Spineless Okra in fertile soil, and amend with compost before planting if needed.Provide adequate, even moisture for the best growth. Mulching helps retain moisture.