The planting time of okra is limited, and the selection time is long, so it can be selected from April to July. Different regions have different climatic conditions and different planting time. Generally, the southern region can be planted around April, and the climate in the northern region is relatively cold, so planting can be postponed until around May.
cultivation techniques
Seed selection: if planted outdoors, there is not much restriction on varieties. If you want to plant indoors, you should choose shorter plant varieties. The five-pointed star is very suitable for this variety.
Soak in warm water: the seeds of okra are hard and not easy to germinate. So soak them in water in advance, prepare warm water, soak them in it, and the peel will soften overnight and germinate easily.
Selection of soil quality: The planted soil quality should be ventilated and nutritious, and the original soil can be mixed with sand and organic fertilizer.
Sowing cultivation: direct seeding can be used. The seeds can germinate after 7- 10 when covered with soil about 2 cm. Take good care of it in infancy.
Okra likes warm environment. Planting in the open field is carried out in frost-free period, and finally sowing in spring and harvesting before frost at the latest. The specific sowing date of okra depends on the climate difference.
In temperate regions, sowing is usually carried out from mid-April to early May, and harvesting begins in about 70 days, and the growth time is about 85- 120 days.
Sowing in subtropical areas generally begins in mid-April and lasts until June, and the harvest season is from July to 10.
The temperature in tropical areas is above 15, and the harvest season is broadcast live for a long time.
Seedling can be raised in greenhouse or plastic shed in February and March in northern China, and can be transplanted when the outdoor temperature reaches 15 or above.
Greenhouse in the north can be planted all year round as long as the temperature is 28 ~ 32 during the day and 18 ~ 20 at night.