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Re: Okra Spacing

GavinsMom5 wrote:
> 
> Hi Bill,
> First let me say, welcome to the list. There are alot of very knowledgeable
> people here so don't be afraid to ask questions.
> As for the okra, I got answers ranging from 1 per 4 ft square to 9 per 1ft
> square!  I don't remember who, but someone told me 1 per 1ft square, which is
> what Pinetree Seeds also recommends.  I am going to plant 1 per square.  From
> what I remember of okra in my papaw's "garden" (a little over 1/2
> acre.....lol), it doesn't get much bigger than peppers. Peppers are planted 1
> per square.
> This in NOT my favorite veggie, but my son adores it.  So into my garden it
> goes.  I can let you know how it does through the season if you like.
> Best of luck, enjoy the board!
> June
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Last year I planted a straight row. Spacing was about 1 foot between
plants. Plants grew to well over 6 feet in height. This wall of okra
provided a small sun barrier to less tolerant plants.
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