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Candle Fire · Okra

Zone 9a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Candle Fire to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMar 6th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 3rd
Harvest BeginsMay 28th
Harvest EndsNov 26th

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)80
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Start Candle Fire indoors early enough to reach transplant size, but delay transplanting until soil is truly warm (60°F+) to avoid cold-stunt.