Heavy Hitter is a new strain of okra developed on Dry Creek Farm, from a variety called Clemson Spineless. The original Clemson Spineless seeds were passed down to me from Fannie Darrow of Hulbert, Oklahoma in 1972.
What is heavy hitter okra?
The centerpiece of the garden is a series of rows of okra. The long green pods, yellow flowers and thick branches growing from the stems constitute a new strain developed by Cook and called the “Heavy Hitter.”
What is a spineless okra?
Okra, (Abelmoschus esculentus L.a), a vegetable that is used widely in stews and soups, can also be enjoyed baked, grilled, pickled or steamed. Clemson Spineless is a dark-green straight variety that has pointed pods and is without spines. Okra is a warm-season vegetable that thrives in the heat of summer.
What is the most productive okra variety?
Jambalaya
The first variety is the Jambalaya which is a hybrid that produces the most productive okra in the vegetable garden. Another excellent variety is known as Red Burgundy which produces deep red pods that remain tender when growing longer pod lengths.
Is Emerald okra spineless?
Product Description. Emerald okra produces spineless pods that stay tender even when large! Sturdy plants grow 5-8′ tall and dark-green velvet pods are 6-8” long at harvest. This variety retains its color when cooked or canned!
How tall is okra heavy hitter?
5′ to 7′ feet in height, heavily branching, with a spread of 5′ feet or more! Producing up to 150 pods per season. Heavy Hitter Okra plants grow bright green, grooved, 5 to 8 channeled straight pods, having a full-bodied flavor that Okra lovers find utterly delicious.
What are the different kinds of okra?
13 Okra Varieties to Love
- Baby Bubba Hybrid.
- Blondy.
- Burgundy.
- Cajun Delight.
- Clemson Spineless.
- Cow Horn.
- Emerald.
- Go Big.
What does spineless okra look like?
The pods of ‘Clemson Spineless 80’ are dark green, straight, and slightly grooved.
How do you make okra produce more?
3 Ways to Make Your Okra Produce More (Tips)
- Ensure Optimal Okra Growing Conditions (Sun, Space, Soil, and Water) Sun. Space.
- Give Your Okra Plants Enough Nutrients.
- Plant High Yielding Okra Varieties. Clemson Spineless (tried-and-true productive variety)
How do you harvest spineless okra?
Clemson Spineless okra days to harvest is about 64 days. Cut the pods from the plant when they are about 2 to 4 inches long. Once pods start to develop, they can be ready to harvest in just days, so check and harvest your okra plant every day or two.
How do you grow okra heavy hitter?
Growing Tips: Soak seeds for 24 hours. Direct seed after last spring frost. Pick pods while young and tender. Loves heat and humid or dry conditions.
Can you plant okra close together?
When you plant okra for growing sprouts, you can plant it closer together. If you plant your okra to harvest the pods, though, you need to plant it farther apart. The plants grow between 6 to 8 feet tall, so they need plenty room to get sunlight, develop their roots, and absorb enough water.
Should okra be planted in rows?
Okra does best when planted in a full sun area. Align the rows in an east/west direction to capture maximum sunlight. Only plant when soils have warmed up to at least 65 degrees F at a 4-inch depth.
What is the difference between red and green okra?
In fact, there really isn’t much difference between red okra and green okra other than the color. And when red okra is cooked, alas, it loses its red hue and the pods turn green.
Is Clemson spineless okra a hybrid?
Clemson Spineless 80 Okra – Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, non-Hybrid Victory Seeds®
What kind of okra is purple?
Their color comes from anthocyanins – a natural plant pigment. Red okra is sometimes called magenta or purple okra.
What is Emerald okra?
The Emerald Okra is a beautifully bright early maturing okra variety! This okra is an old heirloom variety from the 1950’s that was first developed by the Campbell’s Soup Company. This variety produces straight okra that keeps its vibrant green color even after being cooked.
How do you grow Clemson spineless okra?
Clemson Spineless Okra (64 Days)
- Germination: 7-10 days.
- Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 75-85ºF.
- Seed Sowing Depth: 1/2″ deep.
- Starting Indoors: Start 4-5 weeks before planting outside.
- Sowing Outdoors: After the last frost when the soil temperature is over 70ºF.
How much are okra seeds?
Abelmoschus esculentus
| Size | Price | QUANTITY |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Lb Mylar (454g) | $9.60 | – + |
| 5 Lb Mylar (2.27kg) | $43.20 | – + |
| 10 Lb Mylar (4.54kg) | $76.80 | – + |
| 25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) | $182.40 | – + |
How many times can you harvest okra?
Harvesting okra can be tricky, however, because you have to harvest the pods before they become tough. It takes only about four days from the time of flowering to the time to pick okra. Harvest okra every other day to keep them producing as long as possible.
How many pods does an okra plant produce?
How much okra can you get from one plant? If your okra plants have ideal conditions, they can produce 20 – 30+ pods per plant. In a warmer hardiness zone such as zone 9b, you will have a longer growing season, into the fall or longer.
Lorraine Wade is all about natural food. She loves to cook and bake, and she’s always experimenting with new recipes. Her friends and family are the lucky beneficiaries of her culinary skills! Lorraine also enjoys hiking and exploring nature. She’s a friendly person who loves to chat with others, and she’s always looking for ways to help out in her community.