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Landscape Okra · Okra

Zone 8b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 18th
Harvest BeginsJul 12th
Harvest EndsNov 12th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
Direct sow preferred — this crop has sensitive roots and does not transplant well. If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity55
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)10
Expert Note: Grow okra only after soil is reliably warm (about 65°F+), and keep it well-watered early for fast, bushy growth.