Okra Varieties

Compare 7 okra cultivars. Find the perfect variety for your garden based on how you want to use them, growth habit, and days to maturity.

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Annie Oakley

Annie Oakley

55–60 days Heirloom / OP

Compact dwarf variety; only 90-100cm tall; spineless straight pods; ideal for small gardens and containers; AAS winner 2000.

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Burgundy

Burgundy

50–60 days Heirloom / OP

Striking deep red pods and stems; ornamental appeal; pods turn green when cooked; tender and productive; AAS winner.

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Cajun Delight

Cajun Delight

50–60 days Heirloom / OP

Early maturing; spineless pods; dark green; prolific producer; excellent flavour; Louisiana State University release.

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Clemson Spineless

Clemson Spineless

50–65 days Heirloom / OP

1939 AAS winner; spineless pods easy to harvest; vigorous producer; dark green straight pods; the most widely grown okra variety worldwide.

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Emerald

Emerald

55–65 days Heirloom / OP

Smooth round pods; dark green; spineless; tender even at larger sizes; compact plants good for raised beds.

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Louisiana Green Velvet

Louisiana Green Velvet

55–65 days Heirloom / OP

High-yielding; smooth spineless pods; dark green; vigorous grower; excellent for southern gardens; Louisiana State University release.

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