{"product_id":"okra","title":"Okra | Clemson Spineless","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow tender, rich green, and exceptionally productive pods of Clemson Spineless okra right in your home garden. This classic All-America Selections (AAS) award winner is the world’s most popular heirloom okra variety, celebrated for its uniform, spineless, ridged pods and outstanding yields throughout the warm summer season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike older prickly varieties, Clemson Spineless offers smooth, spineless harvesting that makes picking a breeze. These vigorous plants produce abundant 3- to 4-inch pods with a tender, non-stringy texture and mild flavor that is perfect for gumbo, stews, roasting, pan-frying, and pickling. Its robust habit makes it a staple addition to sunny garden beds, raised boxes, and garden patches across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Clemson Spineless Okra?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic All-America Selections (AAS) winning open-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, dark green, spineless pods for comfortable, easy harvesting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-yielding and heat-tolerant for reliable performance in summer heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicious tender texture and mild flavor ideal for gumbo, roasting, and pickling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 55–60 days to maturity from transplanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows best in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 30-35 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Clemson Spineless Okra from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart okra seeds indoors 4–5 weeks before your last spring frost date using peat pots or paper pots to minimize root disturbance during transplanting. Soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours prior to planting to soften the tough seed coat and accelerate germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds 13 mm (1\/2 inch) deep in fertile, well-draining seed-starting mix, keeping soil warm at 24–29°C (75–85°F) for quick, even sprouting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransplant outdoors into a full sun location once soil temperatures consistently reach 18–21°C (65–70°F) in late spring or early summer. Space plants 30–45 cm (12–18 inches) apart in rows spaced 60–90 cm (24–36 inches) apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest young pods frequently when they reach 2–4 inches in length to encourage continuous pod production straight through until autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Okra in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClemson Spineless is uniquely suited to Canadian climates thanks to its fast 55–60 day maturity rate. Giving seeds an early start indoors under grow lights ensures plants hit full stride during peak summer heat units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting in raised beds, using black landscape fabric, or placing containers against a heat-retaining sunny wall helps keep root zones warm, maximizing pod production in northern garden zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions covering seed starting, spacing, watering, fertilizing, harvesting, and pest management, read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/How_To_Grow_Okra_In_Canada_-_Complete_Guide.pdf?v=1793113040\" title=\"How To Grow Okra in Canada | Complete Guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Grow Okra in Canada | Complete Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClemson Spineless Okra Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 40%; border: none;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 60%; border: none;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/botanical-name-icon.png?v=1790792176\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/okra-icon.png?v=1790810750\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eOkra (Clemson Spineless)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/plant-cycle-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eWarm-season annual pod crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/full-sun-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/maturity-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 55–60 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/seed-count-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 30-35 seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/pollinators-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePollination Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/harvest-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eGumbo, stews, roasting, pan-frying, and pickling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Your Own Clemson Spineless Okra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing quite like harvesting tender, spineless okra pods fresh from your summer garden plot. With its easy harvesting, AAS-winning quality, and early productivity, Clemson Spineless okra is an essential and rewarding addition to your Canadian vegetable patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your seeds this season and enjoy a bountiful harvest of fresh homegrown okra!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Caribou Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":39289839681624,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/close-up-okra-in-wooden-crate.png?v=1793114142","url":"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/en-cn\/products\/okra","provider":"Caribou Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}