Description

Experience the exceptional flavor and productivity of Clemson Spineless 80 Okra, a heat-loving variety developed at Clemson University and improved for earlier harvests. These frost-sensitive plants produce straight, dark green pods best harvested at 3″–4″ for tender, full-bodied flavor. Beyond their culinary value, okra plants feature stunning flowers that attract pollinators, making them a beautiful addition to any garden. Perfect for warm climates or short-season areas with indoor starts, Clemson Spineless 80 offers a bountiful harvest in just 55 days.

Botanical Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
Days to Maturity: 55 days
Family: Malvaceae
Native: Unknown; probably tropical Africa and Asia
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual. In frost-free areas, okra may be grown as a perennial.
Plant Dimensions: 4'–5' tall, 24″ wide. Can grow taller in areas with long growing seasons.
Variety Information: Okra pods can grow up to 9″ long, but are best harvested at about 3″–4″ for culinary use, before they become tough. The pods of 'Clemson Spineless 80' are dark green, straight, and slightly grooved.

When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.
When to Start Inside: Recommended for short season areas: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 70°F, ideally 80°–90°F. Use biodegradable pots to reduce root disturbance.
Days to Emerge: 10 –15 days
Seed Depth: ½”–1″
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 18″
Row Spacing: 4' apart
Thinning: When 4″ tall, thin to 1 every 18″

Harvesting: Okra is most tender when harvested at about 3″-4″ long. Cut the thick stem with a sharp knife. The use of gloves and long sleeves is advised, as some people have a skin irritation reaction to the foliage. After initial harvest, removal of the lowest set of leaves will increase production. Harvest regularly; if pods are allowed to mature, plant will stop producing.

This packet sows up to 19 feet. 38 seeds in packet.