Okra

Abelmoschus esculentus, Malvaceae

Zones

5a–11b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Clary SageSalvia sclarea

Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent

Common VervainVerbena officinalis

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Lesser CalamintCalamintha nepeta

Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent

African Spider FlowerGynandropsis gynandra

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

MolokhiaCorchorus olitorius

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Sunn HempCrotalaria juncea

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

Grain AmaranthAmaranthus cruentus

Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Common MallowMalva sylvestris

Both in mallow family can share pests and diseases, creating disease bridge between crops

Red OkraAbelmoschus esculentus Red

Same species varieties compete intensely for identical resource requirements

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

FruitLeaves

Common Questions

What zones does Okra grow in?

Okra grows in USDA hardiness zones 5a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Okra?

Good companions for Okra include Clary Sage, Common Vervain, Lesser Calamint, African Spider Flower, Molokhia.

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