Abelmoschus Esculentus (Red Okra)
Abelmoschus Esculentus (Red Okra)
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Red Okra is a striking warm-season vegetable prized for its attractive upright growth, large green foliage, yellow hibiscus-like flowers, and distinctive red pods. The elongated, ridged pods provide a colourful contrast against the green foliage, making the plant both productive and ornamental. It is well suited to sunny vegetable gardens, raised beds, pots, and larger containers.
Fast growing in warm conditions, Red Okra performs best in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and regular feeding. Young, tender pods can be harvested frequently and used in curries, soups, stews, stir-fries, and other dishes. Regular harvesting encourages continued pod production throughout the growing season.

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Mature height
1–2 m
Mature width
40–60 cm
Spacing
40–60 cm
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Green foliage; yellow flowers with dark centres; red to burgundy ridged pods
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Summer to Autumn
Sun tolerance
Full Sun
Maintenance
Moderate; water consistently, fertilise during active growth, and harvest young pods regularly.
Root System
Strong taproot with spreading lateral roots; prefers fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture.