depth to plant okra seeds Jambalaya Okra (F1 Hybrid 55 Days)

depth to plant okra seeds Jambalaya Okra (F1 Hybrid 55 Days)The Jambalaya Okra is extra early, maturing dark green pods sprouting from the compact plants, being very suitable for container gardening. Great for those of you that garden in northern climates. 30 seeds PLANTING Abelmoschus esculentus Germination: 7 10 days Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 75 85F. Seed Sowing Depth: 1 2" deep Starting Indoors: Start 4 5 weeks before planting outside. Sow 2 3 seeds per cell pot, thinning to one per

The Jambalaya Okra is extra early, maturing dark green pods sprouting from the compact plants, being very suitable for container gardening. Great for those of you that garden in northern climates. 

30 seeds

PLANTING

Abelmoschus esculentus

Germination: 7-10 days

Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 75-85ºF. 

Seed Sowing Depth: 1/2" deep

Starting Indoors:  Start 4-5 weeks before planting outside. Sow 2-3 seeds per cell/pot, thinning to one per cell/pot. Sowing into individual biodegradable peat/cow pots reduces root damage when transplanting. Provide 75-85ºF soil temperatures. Transplant out after the last frost, 12-18” apart. 

Sowing Outdoors: After the last frost when the soil temperature is over 70ºF. Sow 3-6” apart, thin to 12-18”. 

How much does a packet plant: 20-25 foot single row  

Harvest: Clip pods off at 2-4” to keep the plant flowering for more production.

Tips: Plant Jambalaya Okra in fertile soil, and amend with compost before planting if needed. Provide adequate, even moisture for the best growth. Mulching helps retain moisture.