An All-America Selections winner.

Blondy Okra

An All-America Selections winner.

Produces high yields of very light green, almost cream-colored, spineless 6-7 in. pods on a dwarf plant. Early maturing variety. The pods are excellent roasted, grilled, tossed into stir-fries, and used in gumbo and jambalaya. 50 DAYS.

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Botanical Name: Abelmoschus esculentus 'Blondy'
Height: 3-4 feet, dwarf size for an Okra.
Spacing:15-18 inches between plants, 36-48 inches between rows.
Spread:1-2 feet
Light Required:Full Sun
Yield: High yields.
Color: Purple
Size: 100 Seed Pkt
Blooms: Late Spring, Early Summer
Fruit: Creamy, very light green, ribbed, 6-7 inch, spineless pods.
Days To Maturity: 50 Days
Zone: 3-9

Germination: 7 - 14 Days
Form: Perennial
Flower Form: Dense, spherical umbel 4" wide
Soil Requirements: Rich, well-drained sandy loamy soil. pH 6-6.8.
Growth Rate: good
Seed Count: Approximately 100 seeds per packet.
Pruning: n/a
Foliage: Basal leaves are strap-shaped, up to 4" broad and die away soon after blooming.