{"product_id":"okra-perkins-long-pod-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Okra Perkins Long Pod 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003ePerkins Long Pod Okra\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Southern heirloom that brings vigorous growth and abundant bright green pods to the summer garden. Plants grow approximately 5 feet tall, producing elongated, ridged pods that can reach about 8 inches. Harvest young while the pods are tender rather than waiting for their maximum size. Enjoy your harvest in soups, stews, gumbo, roasted side dishes, and tested preserving recipes. Packet contains 100 non-GMO heirloom seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: #006400; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eGermination Rate: 83%. Test Date: 3\/26. TLM.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: #006400; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 50%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose Perkins Long Pod Okra?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong green pods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive elongated pods provide useful kitchen harvests when picked young and tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVigorous growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5-foot plants suit sunny garden beds with room for harvesting access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSouthern heirloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e A traditional open-pollinated variety for gardeners who appreciate familiar summer crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use young pods in roasted dishes, gumbo, soups, and skillet meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed-saving potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-pollinated plants can provide seed for future seasons when properly isolated to maintain variety purity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepare fertile, well-drained ground with compost. Avoid sites that remain waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow after frost danger has passed and soil has warmed to at least 65–70°F. An overnight soak can help soften the seed coat. Plant about 1 inch deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin to 18–24 inches between plants, with approximately 3 feet between rows for airflow and picking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply during establishment and dry weather. Keep moisture consistent without saturating the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow soil-test recommendations or the fertilizer label. Avoid excess nitrogen, which can favor leaves over pods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stake plants if wind or heavy growth causes leaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check plants frequently and pick young pods, generally around 3–4 inches, while they are still tender. Remove tough oversized pods to encourage continued production. Wear gloves if plant hairs irritate your skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve tender pods and roast with oil, garlic, and seasonings for browned edges and a savory side dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimmer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sliced okra adds flavor and natural thickening to gumbo, soups, and stews.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coat young sliced pods with seasoned cornmeal for classic Southern-style fried okra.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly oil whole young pods and turn over a hot grill until tender and lightly charred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow tested freezing, pickling, or pressure-canning directions. Do not improvise a shelf-stable brine or canning process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ee173a; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eOrder Perkins Long Pod Okra Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ee173a; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eGrow a summer harvest of bright green okra for fresh, homegrown meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvested produce:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutritional information applies to edible harvested okra pods, not the planting seeds in this packet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing context:\u003c\/strong\u003e A standard reference serving is 100 grams of raw harvested pods. Variety-specific nutrient analysis is not available for this listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Added oil, breading, sauces, and cooking methods change the nutrition of the finished dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNo variety-specific nutrient quantities or percentages of Daily Value are claimed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant height, pod size, yield, and harvest timing vary with climate and growing practices. Long pods are not necessarily tender; harvest young for kitchen use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep seeds cool, dry, and protected from sunlight and moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow as a frost-sensitive warm-season annual. Plan planting around local frost dates, soil warmth, and season length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400; font-weight: 700;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eLemon-Garlic Roasted Perkins Long Pod Okra\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse tender harvested pods from your garden, not the planting seeds in the packet. Serves 4 as a side. Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15–20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 pound young Perkins Long Pod okra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 cloves garlic, finely minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e¼ teaspoon ground black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus wedges for serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat oven to 425°F. Lightly oil a large rimmed baking sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse the okra under running water and dry thoroughly. Trim stem ends and halve pods lengthwise. Cut a few into thick rounds if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss okra with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in one layer, leaving space between pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast for 10 minutes. Turn the okra, add the garlic, and roast 5–10 minutes longer until tender with browned edges. Watch the garlic so it does not burn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss with lemon zest and juice. Serve warm with lemon wedges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use tender young pods and a roomy pan. Roast in batches rather than crowding the vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. 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