Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Characteristics
Thick
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Summer
Flavour Profile
Mild
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
Plant Type
Vegetable
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
8–12 cm
Plant Height
120–180 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
2-10
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
45–60 cm
Planting Depth
2–3 cm
Growing Conditions
Warm climate
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Star of David Okra different from other okra varieties?
What makes Star of David Okra different from other okra varieties?
It produces thick, deeply ridged pods with a distinctive star-shaped cross-section when sliced.
Can Star of David Okra be grown in home vegetable gardens?
Can Star of David Okra be grown in home vegetable gardens?
Yes, it performs well in raised beds, garden plots, and large containers with full sun.
Can the harvested pods be used in a variety of recipes?
Can the harvested pods be used in a variety of recipes?
Yes, they are suitable for frying, roasting, grilling, stews, soups, pickling, and other culinary dishes.
Do bees and other pollinators visit the flowers?
Do bees and other pollinators visit the flowers?
Yes, the attractive blossoms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects that support pod production.
Does frequent harvesting encourage continued pod production?
Does frequent harvesting encourage continued pod production?
Yes, picking tender pods regularly helps promote ongoing flowering and continuous harvests throughout the growing season.
When should the okra pods be harvested?
When should the okra pods be harvested?
The pods are best harvested while young and tender for optimal texture and continued production.