Okra 'dwarf green pod'

Abelmoschus esculentus

How to grow Okra 'dwarf green pod'

  • Full Sun

  • High

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that dwarf green pod is thought of as tender, so it is really important to ensure that the outside temperature is well above freezing before planting or moving outdoors. dwarf green pod requires a loamy soil with a ph of 6.0 - 6.5 - it grows best in weakly acidic soil.

Growing dwarf green pod from seed

Look to ensure a distance 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 0.98 inches (2.5 cm) deep. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 15°C / 59°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting dwarf green pod

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as dwarf green pod is a tender plant.

Harvesting dwarf green pod