Okra “Burgundy” – exotic red pods and elegant blooms | Heart Garden Studio
🌿 Okra “Burgundy” – beauty, flavor and vitality in one plant
Description:
A true garden gem, Okra “Burgundy” is an annual from the mallow family (Abelmoschus esculentus) known for its deep red pods and beautiful hibiscus-like blooms.
This variety combines elegance and productivity — perfect both as a decorative and edible plant.
Fresh pods can be used in salads, soups, stews, or pickled, offering a mild, slightly sweet flavor.
Rich in vitamin C, magnesium, and antioxidants, okra supports a balanced diet and natural body recovery.
🌱 Growing instructions
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Soak seeds for 24 hours before sowing.
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Sow indoors (greenhouse) from February to May.
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Transplant outdoors in a warm, sunny, fertile and well-drained soil, spacing 60 × 60 cm apart.
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Plant height: 120–180 cm.
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Harvest pods when 7–10 cm long for tenderness and continuous yield.
🍃 Main characteristics
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Variety | Burgundy / Red Burgundy |
| Type | Annual vegetable |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Height | 120–180 cm |
| Pods | Deep red, tender |
| Flowers | Yellow with dark center |
| Use | Fresh, cooked, or pickled |
| Package | 3 seeds |
Okra “Burgundy” – red pods and delicate blooms from Heart Garden Studio.
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