Okra Red Burgundy Vegetable Seeds

OKRA ‘Red Burgundy’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Abelmoschus esculentus

• Stunning red-stemmed okra variety prized for both culinary use and ornamental value.
• Produces deep burgundy-red pods that retain colour when lightly cooked.
• Tender, mildly flavoured pods are ideal for stir-fries, soups, stews, and pickling.
• Vigorous, heat-tolerant plants grow up to 1.2–1.8 m tall and thrive in hot climates.
• High-yielding and easy to grow in garden beds or large containers.
• Can be harvested young for best tenderness—pick often to promote continuous cropping.
• Attractive plants also make a striking feature in edible or ornamental gardens.

Plant Details:

• Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
• Plant Height: 120–180 cm

Sowing Information:

• Sow When:
  • Temperate: October–December (after last frost)
  • Subtropical: September–January
  • Tropical: Year-round
  • Cool: November–December (start indoors in cooler areas)
  • Arid: September–January
• Germination: 7–14 days @ 22–30°C
• Depth: 1–2 cm deep
• Position: Full sun
• Sow Where: Direct into garden beds; transplanting is possible but seedlings dislike root disturbance
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in compost or aged manure; pH 6.0–7.5
• Spacing: 30–45 cm between plants; rows 60–90 cm apart

Growing Tips:

• Soak seeds overnight to improve germination.
• Warm soil is essential—wait until after the last frost and soil has thoroughly warmed.
• Water regularly, especially during dry spells and flowering/fruiting periods.
• Mulch well to suppress weeds and retain moisture in hot weather.
• Pick pods when 7–10 cm long for best tenderness—older pods become fibrous.
• Harvest every 1–2 days to encourage more flowering and pod production.

Harvest:

50–70 days after sowing. Pick young pods frequently to maintain productivity and eating quality.

When to Sow Red Burgundy Okra in Your Climate