When to plant okra in zone 10b
In zone 10b, the last spring frost usually comes around Jan 15 and the first fall frost around Dec 31. Here is when to plant okra.
Sow in the bedFeb 5
Start pickingApr 6
Your okra calendar for zone 10b
- Feb 5: Sow okra seeds in the bed
- Apr 6: Start picking okra
Thrives in hot climates. Pick pods at 3–4 inches before they get tough.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot. In hot zones, plants may stop producing in the hottest weeks of summer and pick up again in early fall.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 10b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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