Clemsons

Originally, Okra comes from northern Africa, where it still grows wild. This unusual member of the hibiscus family has an important part in African, Mediterranean and Oriental cuisine.

It is a culinary tradition in the southern states of America, where it is used both as a side dish and in a variety of recipes including gumbos and stews. It is also a popular vegetable in the south of India, where it is mostly used in dry curries.

Clemson Spineless’ is a spineless variety that produces compact, strong plants with prolific bright green pods. The vigorous plants produce exceptional yields of tender, less fibrous pods over a longer season. Today Clemson Spineless is the market standard.

Often referred to as lady’s fingers okra is a vigorous cut-and-come-again vegetable. Keep cutting the pods every day or two, and they will keep on coming.

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