Okra

1939 All-America Selections Winner! 56 days. Abelmoschus esculentus. Open Pollinated. 56 days. Abelmoschus esculentus. Open Pollinated. Clemson Spineless Okra. The plant produces heavy yields of flavorful, 9" long, dark green okra. This popular heirloom okra variety is prized for its shorter season and suitability for cooler climates. One of the most popular varieties on the market. Leaves are spineless, making it easier to harvest. Best if picked when 3" long. Used in making fried okra, gumbo, soups, stews, and meat dishes. Developed at Clemson University in South Carolina and released in 1939. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 148567. An heirloom variety from the USA.

1941 All-America Selections Winner! 58 days. Abelmoschus esculentus. Open Pollinated. Louisiana Green Velvet Okra. This early-maturing plant produces good yields of 5 to 8" long, spineless, smooth, dark green okra. It is a popular okra variety prized for its spineless pods suited to both home and commercial use. The okra remains tender when large. They stay tender longer than other varieties, even when it reaches 8 inches. Retains its vibrant color when cooked, canned, or frozen, making it excellent for gumbo, frying, grilling, stews, and processing. This variety does well in high-temperature, high-humidity regions. Heat Tolerant. High Humidity Tolerant.  Developed and released in the 1940s by Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA. Excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 675127. A variety from the USA.