Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus), native to Africa and related to hibiscus, arrived in North America in the 1600s. This edible green seed pods quickly became popular in the Deep South as both a side dish ...

Okra, or ‘lady’s fingers’, so-called because of its delicate finger-like shape, is back in the spotlight after becoming a highlight of RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021. A new variety, Okra ‘Bhut Bhindi’, ...

I have trouble getting my okra seeds to come up in the spring. I have to plant seeds into my garden two or three times before I get a good stand. I’ve heard that you need to soak the seeds in hot ...

FORT WORTH (CBSDFW.COM) - Growing up in the south, okra joined the summer garden right alongside tomatoes, beans and squash. To be honest I've never been a fan of okra when used in soups and the ...

COLUMBIA, Miss. (WDAM) - Whether you enjoy okra fried, boiled or pickled, the plant has become a Southern staple in many households. One gardener in Columbia is watching one particular okra plant ...

Okra gave gumbo its name. Hopefully, you grow a garden or know someone that does. Hot weather is on its way, but there’s still time to plant Southern peas, sweet potatoes, and okra. Okra is synonymous ...

California farmers, unrivaled in crop diversity, famously cultivate some 400 agricultural commodities. Certain crops such as almonds and avocados have become icons of the Golden State. But further ...

Okra is a polarizing vegetable. Some people wolf it down golden-fried, a plate at a time. Others wince and turn away at the mere thought of the slimy stuff. Either way, Houston gardeners should ...

Okra is biologically classified as a fruit but generally used as a vegetable in cooking. Okra is characterized by an inherent slimy texture and a viscous juice used to thicken sauces. It contains ...