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How to Plant Okra. Okra will grow in a range of soil types provided the pH is between 5.8 and 6.8. Maximize sun exposure when growing okra, because this crop cannot tolerate shade.

One of the easiest vegetables to grow in our gumbo soil is okra, a heat loving member of the hibiscus family that can handle drought, doesn’t have major pest problems and needs little more than ...

The ideal soil pH for growing okra is 6.0-7.0. Okra can be planted on flat ground, in raised beds, or rows. The rows should be 6-8 inches high, 24 inches wide, and 36-48 inches apart.

Okra should be planted where it will receive at least 8 hours of full sunlight in well-drained, fertile soil. In preparation for planting, the soil should be tilled 8 to 10 inches deep.

Companion planting has many benefits, but if you want your okra plants to flourish and produce abundant harvests, keep them ...

QI have been growing okra plants for many years. Last year some buds swelled without bursting into the beautiful flowers, although the pods did grow underneath the unopened buds, if a bit smaller ...

The plant: Although most Americans think of okra as a crop staple of the southern United States, it’s also a favorite among those living in other warm regions of the world, including Greece ...

Like other plants, okras benefit from companion planting. These 8 herbs and vegetables have a mutually beneficial relationship with okra when grown nearby.

One of the easiest vegetables to grow in our gumbo soil is okra, a heat loving member of the hibiscus family that can handle drought, doesn’t have major pest problems and needs little more than ...