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Red Lady’s Finger Seeds – Okra for Planting

Red Lady’s Finger Seeds – Okra for Planting

$16.59 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Direct sow seeds in prepared soil after frost risk passes.

Sow seeds 1–2 cm deep in rows or pits.

Keep soil moist until germination (7–10 days).

Thin seedlings to recommended spacing once established.

How to Grow

Grow in full sun for best yields.

Water regularly, avoiding waterlogging.

Use fertile, well-drained soil.

Apply organic manure or compost periodically.

Tips

Harvest pods young for tender texture.

Regular picking encourages more fruiting.

Control pests organically if required.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Deep red

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Erect

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Red Lady’s Finger Seeds – Okra for Planting
seed-type

Seed Type

Open-pollinated variety

plant-type

Plant Type

Vegetable

Red Lady’s Finger is a unique okra variety valued for its vibrant red colour and excellent productivity. The plants grow vigorously in warm climates and produce tender pods ideal for daily cooking. Apart from its attractive appearance, this okra is rich in fibre, vitamins, and antioxidants. Easy to maintain and quick to harvest, it is an excellent choice for home gardeners looking for nutritious and visually appealing vegetables.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring / Summer

fruit-size

Fruit Size

10–15 cm

plant-height

Plant Height

90–150 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

7–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

30–45 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

1–2 cm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000116649

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Red Lady's Finger produce attractive red pods on vigorous plants?

Yes. This variety is known for producing eye-catching red pods on productive plants throughout the growing season.

Does Red Lady's Finger grow best in warm, sunny conditions?

Yes. It thrives in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent watering for healthy growth and abundant pod production.

Can Red Lady's Finger be grown in raised beds or large containers?

Yes. It performs well in raised beds, spacious containers, and traditional vegetable gardens with adequate sunlight and growing space.

Will harvesting the pods while they are young encourage continued production?

Yes. Picking the pods when they are tender encourages the plants to continue flowering and producing throughout the season.

Can Red Lady's Finger be used in a variety of cooked dishes?

Yes. The tender pods are excellent for curries, stir-fries, soups, stews, grilling, roasting, and other home-cooked recipes.

How is Red Lady's Finger different from Green Lady's Finger?

Red Lady's Finger (Abelmoschus esculentus) produces distinctive red pods that often become greener when cooked, while Green Lady's Finger develops traditional green pods with a similar growth habit and culinary versatility.