Okra Seeds, Clemson Spineless

55-65 days. Commercially released in 1937 and selected for spineless pods by Clemson University in 1939, Clemson Spineless okra is still a very popular variety among home gardeners. Smooth pods taste best when picked small. A heavy producer and All America Selections winner in 1939.

Our current seed stock was grown by Lindsay Klaunig of Trouvaille Farm in Ohio.

Packet has min. 30 seeds

GROWING NOTES

• Abelmoschus esculentus
• 8-12 hrs
• Planting depth: 1/2-1″
• Sprouts in 10-14 days
• Ideal growing temperature: 75-90F
• Plant spacing: 18″
• Frost hardy: No
• Growth habit: Upright growth with branches that grow away from the stem
• Growing tips: Soak seeds overnight in water. Plant seeds next day indoors in seedling trays or small seedling pots with seed starting soil that has essential nutrients in it, 3-4 weeks prior to last frost. Keep the soil moist for quick germination. Make sure to keep the young seedlings under good light to have strong plants with sturdy, healthy stems and leaves. Transplant after last frost in well-drained, fertile soil enrichened with compost and other amendments. Feed your plants with liquid fertilizer once every two weeks. Water regularly especially in flower stage. Mulch and always water at plant base to minimize disease. Some okra varieties are taller than others and may need to be tied to a stake so that fruits don’t touch soil and rot. Alternatively, you can also direct-seed okra after last frost in spring.

Check out our other okra varieties.