{"product_id":"ga-gombo-red-green-okra-mix-bio","title":"Organic Okra 'Red Green Okra Mix'","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Red Green Okra Mix' (Abelmoschus esculentus) from Gaia Seeds, a vibrant heritage blend of red and green okra\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRed and Green Okra Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together ten distinct heirloom varieties— \u003cem\u003eDwarf Lee, Lady Finger, Cajun Jewel, Burmese, Green Emerald, Cow Horn, Kandahar Pindi, Clemson, Alabama Red\u003c\/em\u003e , and \u003cem\u003eRed Bowling\u003c\/em\u003e . This genetic bouquet offers a magnificent diversity of \u003cstrong\u003egrowth habits, colors, and flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e , ranging from emerald green to deep red. The vigorous plants produce abundant tender, flavorful pods, perfect for frying, stewing, curries, or simply sautéing. This mix offers beauty, resilience, and versatility, ideal for gardeners looking to explore the richness of okra while promoting biodiversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Lettuce, Peas, Radish, Pepper, Tomato, Bean, Sunflower, Basil, Melon, Eggplant, Cucumber\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNefarious plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Rhubarb, Garlic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpread\/Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Upright, vigorous carrier\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 90 to 150 cm \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 20 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Heritage mix of 10 varieties, red and green colours, productive, resilient, edible flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Medium green (sometimes tinged with red depending on the variety)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Tender pods, mild flavor, excellent cooking qualities\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Low, tropical plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Soak the seeds \u003cstrong\u003efor a maximum of 12 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e in lukewarm water to improve germination. Start sowing \u003cstrong\u003e6 weeks before transplanting\u003c\/strong\u003e , handling the young plants with care (fragile roots).\u003cbr\u003e Sow or transplant into open ground after all risk of frost, in warm soil, at a depth of \u003cstrong\u003e1.25 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003cbr\u003ePlace in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 3) with regular watering (level 2), although okra tolerates drought well.\u003cbr\u003e Space the plants \u003cstrong\u003e45 to 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with \u003cstrong\u003e90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Germination takes \u003cstrong\u003e2 to 12 days\u003c\/strong\u003e at temperatures between \u003cstrong\u003e18 and 32 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e (optimum 21 °C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest \u003cstrong\u003eevery 2–3 days\u003c\/strong\u003e when the pods are \u003cstrong\u003eyoung and tender\u003c\/strong\u003e to maximize quality and yield.\u003cbr\u003e Store freshly picked okra for \u003cstrong\u003e7 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e in a bag or ventilated container between \u003cstrong\u003e7 and 10 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Deep \u003cstrong\u003e-fried\u003c\/strong\u003e or tempura\u003cbr\u003e • In \u003cstrong\u003eCajun or Creole dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • In \u003cstrong\u003efragrant curries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • Suitable for \u003cstrong\u003elacto-fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to their firm textures\u003cbr\u003e • As a colorful garnish in summer dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed and Green Okra Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is ​​a celebration of diversity: productive, colorful, flavorful, and easy to grow. A true heritage treasure for gardeners seeking variety and abundance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075551355040,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Gombo_RedGreenOkraMix_bioGaia.png?v=1765483933","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-gombo-red-green-okra-mix-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}