Okra 'Burgundy'

The use of black mulch as row cover will improve growth.

Enjoys a full sun position in your garden and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Burgundy is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Planting Burgundy in loamy soil with a ph of between 6.0 and 6.5 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil.

Soak seeds overnight to aid germination.

Sow 0.98 inches (2.5 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 11.7 inches (30.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 15°C / 59°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Burgundy about 21 days before your last frost date.

As Burgundy is tender, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

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