Rainbow Fiesta Okra

Rainbow Fiesta Okra

The Rainbow Fiesta Okra is an exciting and colorful addition to any garden. This variety grows rapidly and is known for its stunning blend of fruit colors, including red, orange, white, and green, making it not only a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes!

Key Features:

• Days to Maturity: 50 days
• Fruit Color: Green with a vibrant mix of red and orange tones
• Plant Height: 3-6 feet tall
• Foliage Color: Medium green
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Moisture Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil
• Soil Tolerance: Normal, loamy

This tropical-looking plant produces 2-3 inch pale yellow flowers with a maroon center, followed by narrow, ribbed edible pods with pointed ends. For the best flavor and tenderness, harvest the pods when they are 3 inches long or less, as they become tough as they mature. Regularly picking pods will encourage continuous production.

Growing Information:

• Genus: Abelmoschus
• Species: esculentus
• Seeds Per Pack: 125 seeds per packet
• Zone: 3 – 9

Okra thrives in warm weather and benefits from full sunshine. It grows well in ordinary, well-drained garden soil. For those in cooler climates, start seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the soil warms up. Soak seeds for 24 hours before planting to enhance germination.

Transplanting:

• Transplant seedlings when night temperatures consistently exceed 50°F
• Space plants 10 to 12 inches apart for optimal growth
• Fertilize the soil before planting and again when the plants begin to flower

Culinary Uses: Rainbow Fiesta Okra is versatile in the kitchen, great for canning, pickling, frying, or adding to hearty stews.