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Okra, Clemson Spineless

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Okra, Clemson Spineless

$4.00

Clemson Spineless Okra is an All-America Selections winner and the most widely grown okra variety in the South. It produces abundant, smooth, spineless pods on vigorous 4-6 ft plants. A staple of Southern cooking and an exceptional performer in Central Texas’s intense summer heat, it thrives when most vegetables have given up. Pods are tender and flavorful when harvested at 3-4 inches.

At Flying Rabbit Farm, our Clemson Spineless Okra transplants are grown for strong root systems and productive, heat-tolerant performance.

Care Instructions
Watering
Moderate water needs Deep watering 1-2 times weekly once established Drought-tolerant but produces more prolifically with consistent moisture
Fertilizing
Balanced organic fertilizer at planting Side-dress with compost when plants reach 12 inches High nitrogen after flowering reduces pod production
Pruning & Maintenance
Harvest pods at 3-4 inches every 1-2 days to maintain productivity Leaving pods to mature stops plant production Wear gloves; leaves and stems can irritate skin despite spineless pods
Common Issues
Corn earworm Stink bugs Root-knot nematodes (amend soil with compost to manage) Powdery mildew late in the season
One of the best summer vegetables for Austin; thrives in brutal heat Do not plant too early; soil must be warm or plants stall Harvest daily during peak production – pods grow fast in heat Cut plants back by half in August for a second flush of production
Seasonal Notes
Spring
Do not transplant before mid-April; cold soils cause stall or rot Fast growth begins once soil warms
Summer
Peak production in full summer heat Harvest every 1-2 days to keep plants productive
Fall
Production continues until first frost Cut back mid-August for renewed fall flush
Best Time to Plant in Austin
Mid-April through June Ideal soil temperatures: 65-85 F; okra germinates and establishes best in warm soil
Sun Requirements
Full sun Minimum 6-8 hours daily
Spacing
18-24 inches apart in rows 3 feet apart Allows airflow and ease of harvest
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil Tolerates clay soils better than most vegetables pH 6.0-7.0
Watering After Planting
Water deeply immediately after transplanting Keep evenly moist for first 2-3 weeks during establishment
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Okra is generally considered non-toxic to: Dogs Cats Horses However: The fuzzy leaves and stem surfaces may irritate skin or mouth. Feed cooked okra only in small quantities as an occasional treat.

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