Growth habit of okra
Okra likes light and is heat-resistant. It needs long-term illumination during its growth. Okra has wide adaptability to soil, but it is best to plant it in soil or sandy soil with deep soil layer, rich and loose soil and strong water and fertility conservation.
Appearance characteristics of okra
The stem of Abelmoschus esculentus is vertically branched, the root system is developed, the plant height is1-2.5m, the leaf shape is usually palmately 5 deep, the crack is lanceolate, the front edge has blunt serrations, the petiole is slender and hollow, the color is bright, and it has good ornamental value.
Environmental conditions for the growth of okra
Okra likes to grow in a warm environment. Suitable for planting in tropical and subtropical areas. It is widely planted in Hubei, Hunan, Guangdong, Hebei, Shandong, Jiangsu, Zhejiang and other provinces. Okra is a vegetable with high edible value, short growth cycle and strong growth adaptability.
Growth process of okra
Okra is panicum miliaceum. Generally, it is sown in March every year, and usually germinates 3-5 days after sowing in spring. Its seedling stage can last more than 40 days, and 1 1 begins to bear fruit in autumn and winter. The growth cycle of okra is long, which usually takes more than 7 months.
Cultivation points of potted okra
1, flowerpot: If okra is planted in a pot, then the flowerpot it uses is generally a pottery pot, because the pottery pot has good air permeability and can meet the needs of okra root growth.
2. Soil: It is best to use soft sandy loam for potted okra, because sandy loam has the best drainage and air permeability. If there is no such soil, you can make your own soil suitable for its growth, but the soil must be loose and breathable.
3. Fertilization: When the okra is potted, it should be fertilized regularly during its growing period to provide nutrients for it. Because okra grows faster, it needs a lot of nutrients to support its growth. Only regular fertilization can satisfy its normal growth.
4. Watering: After sowing, Okra should be watered with proper amount of water to keep the soil moist, because its seeds need to absorb water after sowing, and only in this way can new buds grow.