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Abelmoschus esculentus
The light green pods are delicious steamed, stuffed, or in soups and stews. Their hibiscus-like cream coloured flowers make a beautiful garnish. Tender perennial grown as an annual.
| Sow - Direct Outdoors, Late Spring | Days to Harvest - 55 |
| Location - Full Sun | Emergence - 14 to 21 days |
| Difficulty - Easy | Lifecycle - Perennial |
| Approx. 30 seeds per packet | Frost intolerant heirloom crop |
Growing Instructions:
Sow seed directly outdoors in a fully sunny site in May or June. Sow 2cm (3/4in) deep and 2.5cm (1in) apart in rows spaced 90cm (36in) apart. Seed can be soaked overnight before planting to speed up germination. Warm soil is imperative for germination.
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Abelmoschus esculentus
The light green pods are delicious steamed, stuffed, or in soups and stews. Their hibiscus-like cream coloured flowers make a beautiful garnish. Tender perennial grown as an annual.
| Sow - Direct Outdoors, Late Spring | Days to Harvest - 55 |
| Location - Full Sun | Emergence - 14 to 21 days |
| Difficulty - Easy | Lifecycle - Perennial |
| Approx. 30 seeds per packet | Frost intolerant heirloom crop |
Growing Instructions:
Sow seed directly outdoors in a fully sunny site in May or June. Sow 2cm (3/4in) deep and 2.5cm (1in) apart in rows spaced 90cm (36in) apart. Seed can be soaked overnight before planting to speed up germination. Warm soil is imperative for germination.
