Okra Seed Collection - 3 Varieties of Okra
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Three packets of full sun annual vegetable seeds. These three okra varieties love the heat of summer outdoors and are quite drought tolerant and resilient. The beautiful flowers have a tropical look, much like a hibiscus bloom. Okra produces vigorously during hot weather and will yield a daily crop of tasty vegetables. Harvest frequently as the pods are best picked when young and tender for both texture and flavor.
- Red Burgundy Okra - 1998 All-American Selections Winner Red Burgundy Okra’s 5-foot plants are stunning, with contrasting green leaves, burgundy stems, and creamy yellow flowers. The vivid burgundy to purple pods are ribbed and easy to pick. Red Burgundy pods will remain tender up to 5-6 inches if they are harvested frequently.
- Green Okra Varieties - Clemson Spineless also won the AAS in 1939 and is a gardening favorite due to its spineless green pod and reliable heavy yields. Emerald Okra is the last pack in this mix. Emerald is an ideal choice for a long harvest, producing early and yielding vigorously until the first frost. Emerald okra's tasty pods remain tender even when they are large, as long a they are harvested quickly.
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Scarify for Better Germination - This type of seed should be soaked and/or scarified prior to planting for improved germination. Scarification means nicking, scratching, sanding, or otherwise damaging the exterior coating of the seed. This can be done with a nail file or sandpaper. Follow instructions on packets for best results.
As a survival food, okra is quite versatile. It is best known as a delicious addition to gumbo. It is a staple in Cajun, Creole, and Indian recipes. The pods can be ground into a powder that adds a thick texture to stews and soups. Okra is also excellent to eat fried in cornmeal batter. It freezes well and the pods are also often pickled for a special treat.
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All of our seeds are open-pollinated, non-GMO, heirloom varieties with tested germination rates
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- Sustainable Living - Gardening is an essential foundation of a more self-sufficient lifestyle. Home-grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs are generally more flavorful and nutritious than store-bought. Adding flowering plants into your gardening benefits the local ecosystem and improves garden health.
- Easy to Grow - Seeds are packed in a beautiful paper packet with instructions for successful growing and germination in your own home garden. Each package also has instructions for saving seeds after harvest. Getting started is simple for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
- Quality Seeds - Plant now or store for future growing seasons. These seeds will remain viable for years if stored in a cool dry location. Our safe, non-hybrid non-GMO heirloom seeds are always open-pollinated, naturally grown, untreated, and selected to ensure the best germination rates
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are heirloom seeds?
What are heirloom seeds?
Heirloom seeds are the types of seeds your grandparents grew. These varieties have been passed down from generation to generation. They’re old reliable open-pollinated varieties that aren’t typically grown commercially. Instead, they have a rich history that predates modern breeding techniques.
You can learn more about open-pollinated, heirloom, and non-GMO seeds in our Survival Garden Training blog.
Where are Survival Garden Seeds sourced?
Where are Survival Garden Seeds sourced?
The majority of our seeds are sourced in the United States, with a few exceptions when the seed is difficult to source domestically. Whenever we do have to source outside of the US, we ensure our seeds are safe to grow, non-GMO varieties that meet our standards for germination and reliability.
Are your seeds treated?
Are your seeds treated?
No, we do not pre-treat our farmer seeds. All of our garden seeds for sale are untreated, open-pollinated, non-GMO, and heirloom varieties. They are kept in temperature-controlled cooler storage until they are packed and shipped to keep them pest and disease-free.
In what zones can I grow your seeds?
In what zones can I grow your seeds?
The seeds in our collections are specifically chosen from varieties that can be successfully grown from Zone 3 to Zone 10 USDA Hardiness Zones. However, individual varieties have specific needs to thrive in different environments. Each seed pack has optimal temperatures for germination and instructions on seed starting. Consult local frost dates to plan your garden and get the most out of your seeds.
What is the shelf life of these gardening seeds?
What is the shelf life of these gardening seeds?
Our seeds will generally last for 3-10 years if they are appropriately stored in a cool, dry place. However, we encourage you to grow your survival seeds within a year or two of purchase. This yields the best germination rates possible and also gives you more experience growing survival food now. At the end of the growing season, follow the instructions on the back of each packet for saving seeds for future gardens. These new seeds for survival will be more adapted to thrive in the growing conditions where you are.