Grow a classic warm-season crop with Cowhorn Okra, a vigorous, non-GMO heirloom with tall plants and long, slender, medium-green ribbed pods. Plants can reach 6 to 8 feet tall, and pods may grow up to 10 inches long. For the kitchen, harvest young pods around 3 to 5 inches long rather than waiting for their maximum size. This packet contains 100 seeds.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: On File. WILL.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 50%

Why Choose Cowhorn Okra?

• Long-podded heirloom: Grow a traditional open-pollinated variety with distinctive slender, ribbed green pods.
• Heat-loving growth: Cowhorn is a useful choice for a sunny vegetable garden with a long, warm growing season.
• Tall, vigorous plants: Allow room for plants that can reach 6 to 8 feet, and plan easy access for frequent picking.
• Versatile harvest: Young pods work well in fried okra, grilled sides, roasted vegetables, and hearty stews.
• Continued picking: Harvest frequently while pods are tender to encourage ongoing production.

Planting Tips for Success

• Timing: Direct sow after frost danger has passed and the soil is thoroughly warm. Cold soil can delay emergence and increase the risk of seed decay.
• Sunlight: Choose full sun with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily.
• Soil and depth: Use fertile, well-draining soil, ideally around pH 6.0 to 7.0. Sow approximately 1 inch deep and keep the seedbed evenly moist, not waterlogged.
• Spacing: Thin plants to 18 to 24 inches apart, with rows 3 to 4 feet apart for access and airflow.
• Seed preparation: Follow the packet directions for any recommended pretreatment. Do not assume scarification is required for every okra seed lot.
• Watering: Water deeply as needed, especially during flowering and pod development. Mulch after the soil warms to help conserve moisture.
• Fertilizing: Base fertilizer applications on a soil test when possible. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage leafy growth at the expense of pods.
• Support: Stake tall plants if needed in exposed or windy gardens.
• Harvesting: Check plants frequently and pick pods young, usually around 3 to 5 inches long. Wear gloves and long sleeves if the plants irritate your skin, and use clean snips rather than pulling pods off.
• Late-season growth: Cutting back tall plants can encourage new shoots where enough warm weather remains. A second crop depends on local conditions and the time available before frost; it is not guaranteed.

Why Choose David's Garden Seeds®?

• Veteran-Owned: Supplying premium seeds since 2009.
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• Integrity Pledge: David's Garden Seeds has taken the Seed Integrity Pledge.
• Vegetable Seed License: David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.

Cooking Methods

• Fried: Slice young harvested pods, coat with seasoned cornmeal, and cook until golden for a classic Southern side.
• Grilled: Lightly oil tender whole pods and grill until lightly charred and cooked through.
• Soups and stews: Add sliced okra to gumbo, tomato stews, and other dishes where its natural thickening properties are welcome.
• Roasted: Dry pods well, toss lightly with oil and seasoning, and roast in a single layer for browned edges.
• Pickled: Use young whole pods in a tested refrigerator-pickle recipe. For shelf-stable canning, follow a research-tested recipe without changing ingredient proportions or processing instructions.
• Sautéed: Cook sliced pods with onion, garlic, and tomatoes for a simple garden-to-table dish.

Order Cowhorn Okra Seeds Today

Plant your 100-seed packet and enjoy harvesting fresh Cowhorn okra from your warm-season garden.

Nutritional Information

The following general reference is for 100 grams of harvested raw okra, not planting seeds and not a laboratory analysis of Cowhorn specifically.

• Calories: Approximately 33.
• Protein: Approximately 1.9 grams.
• Carbohydrates: Approximately 7.5 grams.
• Dietary fiber: Approximately 3.2 grams.

Values are approximate and vary with growing conditions, harvest stage, and preparation. Added oil, breading, and other ingredients change the nutrition of a finished dish.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Plant height, pod size, yield, tenderness, and harvest timing vary with climate, soil, weather, and gardening practices. Maximum pod length is not a recommendation to delay harvest.
• Seed Storage: Keep planting seeds cool, dry, and protected from sunlight and moisture. Viability changes with storage conditions and age.
• Planting Zones: Okra is a frost-sensitive, warm-season crop. Local frost dates, soil temperature, and growing-season length are more useful planting guides than hardiness zone alone.

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