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Okra - Clemson Spineless 80
It is commonly known as the thickening agent in Gumbo, but it also can be boiled, broiled, fried, roasted, steamed, canned, or pickled. The Okra Clemson Spineless 80, 'Abelmoschus esculentus', is earlier and more productive than the All American Winner, Clemson Spineless. The plants grow to 4-5 foot tall. The Clemson Spineless 80 is easy to grow in most climates and displays pretty flowers. 5 inches long. Okra has so many uses. If the pods mature, the plant will stop producing, so harvest daily. Harvest the Okra when they are 3 to 3. Once established, water when the top 1 inch of soil dries out. Plant 1 to 2 weeks after the last frost and when ground temperatures are warm. Clemson Spineless 80 has straight, deep green, spineless ribbed pods. The crunchy and tasty pods are high in Vitamin A. Okra prefers well drained soil with lots of organic matter. For best results, start plants indoors and place outside when temperatures are warmer. ... details
Broccoli - Super Blend Harvest the heads when buds are tight, just before they open into yellow flowers. Planting in spring is excellent where there are long cool springs, and in areas where summers are relatively cool. This is much easier than buying separate varieties. The "time release" mix of these three exceptional hybrids will put fresh broccoli on your table for a longer period of time. Late summer planting is recommended in warm summer areas or short spring areas. |
