Star of David Okra

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Old Fashioned Okra) Tall 7' plants have purple coloration on leaves and thick pods that are best picked at about 3" long. Cross-sections of pods look like the Star of David, giving this variety its name. Like many okra varieties, this plant bears beautiful flowers and foliage that could warrant a place in the ornamental border. 60-75 days. 

Characteristics: 

• Plants grow to 7 feet tall
• Plants have purple coloration on leaves
• Best harvested when pods are 3 inches long
• 60-75 days
• 100 Seeds per packet 

This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States but does not tolerate cold well.

Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors when the soil has warmed. Tolerant of heat and drought, but not of cold. Keep well picked for higher yields.

Direct Seed 2" apart

Plant 1/2" deep

Thin 6-8" apart

Light: Full Sun

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