Among the plants beloved in the south of the United States, okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is a crowd favorite. Because okra loves hot and sunny summers, it's most commonly grown in the deep south, but ...

COLUMBIA, Miss. (WDAM) - Whether you enjoy okra fried, boiled or pickled, the plant has become a Southern staple in many households. One gardener in Columbia is watching one particular okra plant ...

At the local greenhouse where I buy many of my spring bedding plants and vegetable starts, one of the most popular requests seems to be for okra. Do people like it for its tasty seed pods, or because ...

Okra holds a special place in the hearts of many Louisianans. For some, it’s an essential ingredient in gumbo, and for others, it’s a must-grow crop in the summer vegetable garden. It’s no wonder why ...

LOUISIANA, U.S. (KTVE/KARD) – Okra holds a special place in the hearts of many Louisianans. For some, it’s an essential ingredient in gumbo, and for others, it’s a must-grow crop in the summer ...

I would be hard pressed to think of a garden vegetable that gives you production throughout the growing season that would top okra. Granted, there are different ways of looking at production quantity ...

Corn is a great bet for a quick and rewarding summer harvest. This fast-growing crop performs well in USDA hardiness zones ...

For the last week we have talked a bit about plants of the Hibiscus clan. There are several plants of the hibiscus genus that are wonderful plants for the Texas Gardener who is always on the lookout ...

California farmers, unrivaled in crop diversity, famously cultivate some 400 agricultural commodities. Certain crops such as almonds and avocados have become icons of the Golden State. But further ...

Okra is biologically classified as a fruit but generally used as a vegetable in cooking. Okra is characterized by an inherent slimy texture and a viscous juice used to thicken sauces. It contains ...