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Whether you eat okra or not, this plant is worth growing with deep crimson red pods and gorgeous yellow flowers that bees love. The most productive red variety, these plants produce tender, 6"-long pods that are delicious in soup, gumbo, and stew, or deep-fried. Introduced in 1983; An All-America Selections winner in 1988.
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- Variety Info
- Sowing Info
- Growing Info
Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 55–60 days
Family: Malvaceae
Native: Unknown; probably tropical Africa and Asia
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual. In frost-free areas, okra may be grown as a perennial.
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: 4' tall, 24" wide. Can grow taller in longer season areas.
Variety Info: Dark red, grooved pods best harvested at 6" or shorter. 'Red Burgundy' is touted as the most productive red variety.
Attributes: Heat Tolerant, Frost Sensitive
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.
When to Start Inside: Recommended for cold climates only: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 70°F, ideally 80°–90°F. Use biodegradable pots to reduce root disturbance.
Sprouts in: 10 –15 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): ½"–1"
Space Seeds: A group of 3 seeds every 18"–24"
Row Spacing: 4' apart
Thinning: When 4" tall thin to 1 every 18"–24"
Growing Info
Harvesting: Okra is most tender when harvested at about 3"-4" long. Cut the thick stem with a sharp knife. The use of gloves and long sleeves is advised, as some people have an allergic reaction to the foliage. After initial harvest, removal of the lowest set of leaves will increase production. Harvest regularly; if pods are allowed to mature, plant will stop producing.
- Jenna C.Rated 5 out of 5 starsJan 13, 20255 Stars
I am not even an okra person but I saw these seeds at a plant shop years ago and ever since I've been growing a few plants from the same exact seed packet and without fail I have 100% germination. I had not stored these seeds well the first couple years and yet here we are at least 4 years later and they keep going. Only seed brand I buy from anymore and I've tried all the brands for my garden. (Zones 7 and 8 grown in)
- Tina A.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsApr 9, 20245 Stars
I planted three Okra seeds and all germinated! Currently, they are still just babies waiting to grow a bit more while mother nature heats up the okra zone in the garden. This is the first year I've attempted growing Okra, but I'm excited to see if I like the flavor better having grown it myself.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - Austin S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 26, 2026Better germination than the hardware store variety so far.
Good germination after a week. Didn't soak them, so it could probably be better. Will update if I manage to grow them. Hopefully.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningJun 26, 2026Hey Austin,
We're so happy to hear about your excellent Red Burgundy Okra germination success! We love your optimistic spirit about growing them out, and we have a feeling you're going to do great with them. Thanks for sharing your okra growing experience with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- JeremiahRated 5 out of 5 starsMay 17, 20265 Stars
Nice Packaging. Free small calender gift included. Arrived in time frame stated
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- cynthia w. m.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 21, 2026Wonderful okra!
This variety of okra grew wonderfully in zone 6. Produced a lot of pods, produced well into fall and even when the nighttime temps dropped a lot. The okra pods were not very prickly at all and didn't have many of those annoying little strands around their tops. If left to get large, as with most all okra, they did get tough. The red color made them easy to find and harvest on the plants. They were the nicest okra I've grown. Will definitely be buying this variety again.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
