Okra in Zone 3b
Abelmoschus esculentus
Method: Either — Start indoors for an earlier harvest, or direct-sow outside for less fuss — Okra tolerates either.
| Start indoors | May 2–May 9 |
|---|---|
| Direct sow / transplant outside | Jun 13–Jun 20 |
| Estimated harvest | ~58 days after planting |
Spacing: 1 per square foot (square-foot-gardening spacing).
Good companions
- Pepper — Similar heat and water needs make them easy bed-mates.
- Basil — Basil may repel aphids that also target okra.
Where to buy okra seeds
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See it growing
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