Red Burgundy Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus)
Red Burgundy Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is a deep red variety with a tender and tasty pod. This prolific burgundy red okra adds a nice crunch, delicious flavor, and stunning color to any soup or stew, especially gumbo!
The leaves of this hibiscus relative turn a rich, lovely purple color when cooked. Plants that grow to be 3-5 feet tall and yield a large number of tender 6-8" pods. The plant's green leaves contrast nicely with the burgundy roots, branches, leaf ribs, and fruits, as well as a lovely display of yellow-cream flowers.
Botanical Name : Abelmoschus esculentus
Common name : Red Burgundy Okra
Size at maturity : 6"-8"
Days to maturity : 55-65
Light requirement : Full sun
Planting time : Spring,summer
Sowing method : direct sow, indoor sow
Planting depth : ½”
Plant spacing : 12”-18”
Ships : Year-round
Average seeds per ounce : Approx. 500