Simpson Okra, 1940s Heirloom, Organic

Simpson Okra, 1940s Heirloom, Organic

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The Seed Savers Exchange - The straight, green, downy pods of this variety are intermediate in length and width and are best eaten when under 5" long. Seed Savers Exchange member Dr. James Wolfe received the variety from the Simpson family of Rogersville, Tennessee. D.V. (Simpson) Thomas remembers her mother, Nora, growing this okra as far back as the early 1940s. 50-70 days. 

Characteristics: 

  • Organic
  • Harvest as early as 50 days
  • 100 Seeds per packet 

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

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