A unique red okra with pods that are round, not ribbed, and a brighter red color than the reddish burgundy okras currently available. Pods are 4 ¾ – 6 ¾”. This high-performing 2017 AAS Winner received high marks for productivity, taste, texture and tenderness as well as the ornamental value of red pods on red stems. Thrives in the heat and is disease resistant even in hot humid climates. Night temperatures should be above 55° F for good growth. Minimum soil temperature for germination is 60° F. Optimum soil temperature range is 75-90° F. Grows to 4’. 52 days to maturity.
Okra ‘Candle Fire’ (AAS)
Description
A unique red okra with pods that are round, not ribbed, and a brighter red color than the reddish burgundy okras currently available. Pods are 4 ¾ – 6 ¾”. This high-performing 2017 AAS Winner received high marks for productivity, taste, texture and tenderness as well as the ornamental value of red pods on red stems. Thrives in the heat and is disease resistant even in hot humid climates. Night temperatures should be above 55° F for good growth. Minimum soil temperature for germination is 60° F. Optimum soil temperature range is 75-90° F. Grows to 4’. 52 days to maturity.
