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Okra, Burgundy

— · Texas-Grown

Okra, Burgundy

$4.00

Burgundy Okra is a striking All-America Selections winner producing vibrant deep-red pods, stems, and leaf veins that make it as ornamental as it is productive. Pods are tender, flavorful, and spineless at 3-5 inches, and the plant reaches 4-5 feet tall. Like all okra, it thrives in Austin’s intense summer heat, making it one of the most dependable warm-season vegetables for Central Texas.

At Flying Rabbit Farm, our Burgundy Okra transplants are grown for strong root systems and outstanding heat performance suited to Austin’s summer growing season.

Care Instructions
Watering
Moderate water needsDeep watering 1-2 times weekly once establishedDrought-tolerant but more productive with consistent moisture
Fertilizing
Balanced organic fertilizer at plantingSide-dress with compost when plants reach 12 inchesAvoid excess nitrogen after flowering
Pruning & Maintenance
Harvest pods at 3-5 inches every 1-2 days to maintain productivityUnharvested pods turn fibrous and signal plants to stop producingBurgundy color may fade to green after cooking – this is normal
Common Issues
Corn earwormStink bugsRoot-knot nematodesPowdery mildew late in season
Do not transplant before mid-April; cold soils stall growthHarvest frequently – pods grow rapidly in summer heatBurgundy color provides ornamental interest in the gardenCut plants back by half in August for a second flush of production
Seasonal Notes
Spring
Do not plant before mid-April; wait for warm soils
Summer
Peak production in full summer heatHarvest every 1-2 days
Fall
Production continues until frostCut back mid-August for renewed fall flush
Best Time to Plant in Austin
Mid-April through JuneIdeal soil temperatures: 65-85 F
Sun Requirements
Full sunMinimum 6-8 hours daily
Spacing
18-24 inches apart in rows 3 feet apart
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soilpH 6.0-7.0
Watering After Planting
Water deeply immediately after transplantingKeep evenly moist for first 2-3 weeks during establishment
PeppersEggplantBasilCucumbersSunflowersMelonsCornMarigolds
Okra is generally considered non-toxic to:DogsCatsHorsesFuzzy surfaces of leaves and stems may irritate skin or mouth.Feed cooked okra only in small quantities as an occasional treat.

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