Old Black Man's Okra

Abelmoschus esculentus

This okra variety features crunchy, ribbed pods that are lime-green with red at the tips. Harvest the pods at 2-3 inches long. The plants grow 6-8 ft tall and have beautiful red stems. 

This variety was introduced by Chris Smith of Utopian Seed Project, who received the seeds at a seed swap from someone who said they got them from "an old black man".

CONTAINS 77% HARD (DORMANT) SEED. Total viable seed: 87% . Germination (not including hard seed): 10%

For best germination, soak seeds for up to 24hrs before planting.

20 seeds min.