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Grandpa’s Okra · Okra

Zone 8b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Grandpa’s Okra to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMar 23rd
Harvest BeginsMay 22nd
Harvest EndsNov 12th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Okra is very warm-season; wait to transplant until nighttime temps stay reliably warm and keep soil consistently moist for best early pod set.