Okra 'Silver Queen'

Abelmoschus esculentus

How to grow Okra 'Silver Queen'

  • Full Sun

  • High

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Silver Queen is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Silver Queen needs a loamy soil with a ph of 6.0 to 6.5 (weakly acidic soil).

Growing Silver Queen from seed

Sow 0.98 inches (2.5 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 11.7 inches (30.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 15°C / 59°F.

Transplanting Silver Queen

Silver Queen is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Silver Queen

Harvest pods at seven inches for curries or gumbo. Harvest smaller if using them for frying.