Okra Seeds - Star of David
Best heirloom choice for home gardeners who love frying fresh okra.
Experience the unique "Star of David" okra, an heirloom variety celebrated for its plump, ridged pods that reveal a star shape when sliced. This highly productive vegetable offers exceptional flavor and a meaty texture, making it ideal for frying. As a heat-loving annual, it thrives in full sun and benefits from deep soil preparation. For optimal growth, direct sow seeds after the last frost and harvest frequently to encourage continuous production throughout the season. This variety is self/insect pollinating and requires moderate watering.
$3.95
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Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
Minimum Seeds per Packet
60
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a painless and comfortable harvesting experience
- Home cooks prioritizing tender texture and authentic flavor
- Culinary enthusiasts wanting visually striking ingredients for their dishes
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners unable to commit to frequent daily harvests
- Growers living in regions with short or cool summers
- Cooks who dislike the natural mucilage texture of okra
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Meaty texture and distinct shape make this a frying standout.
Yield Potential
Highly productive heirloom variety rewards frequent harvesting throughout the season.
Germination Reliability
Standard 7-15 day sprout window ensures predictable garden establishment.
Heat Tolerance
Thrives in full sun and high soil temperatures during peak summer.
Ease of Cultivation
Requires deep soil preparation and specific spacing for optimal plant health.
Pollinator Appeal
Self-pollinating nature effectively attracts beneficial insects to the vegetable garden.
Key Specs
Minimum Seeds per Packet
60
Packet Weight
6g
Planting Season
After Last Frost
Sowing Method
Direct Seed
Seed Depth
1/2"
Direct Seed Spacing
3-4"
Soil Temperature
60-90 ℉
Days to Sprout
7-15
Features
- Unique star-shaped pods when sliced
- Meaty texture, excellent for frying
- Highly productive heirloom variety
- Extra flavorful okra
- Requires deep soil preparation
- Self/insect pollinating
- Annual life cycle
- Benefits from frequent harvesting
What customers say
Gardeners highly value these Star of David Okra seeds for their exceptional reliability and impressive yield. Reviewers consistently report outstanding germination success when soil temperatures are adequate. The resulting plants are vigorous, thriving even in intense summer heat, leading to continuous, substantial harvests. Customers particularly appreciate the large, distinctively ribbed pods and excellent flavor, making them superb for both fresh use and preservation. The primary user insight emphasizes the need for daily harvesting to ensure tenderness, as pods mature quickly. Overall, these high-quality seeds offer tremendous value, delivering a dependable, productive gardening experience for those aware of okra's heat needs.
Know before you buy
When you slice the pods crosswise, the cross-section reveals a distinct, five-pointed star shape. This unique aesthetic makes it a popular choice for garnishes and fried okra dishes.
No, this variety is not recommended for containers. It requires deep soil preparation and significant space for root development, so it performs best when planted directly in the ground.
You should harvest frequently throughout the season. Picking the pods regularly encourages the plant to continue producing new growth rather than focusing its energy on maturing existing seeds.
These seeds require soil temperatures between 60°F and 90°F and thrive in full sun. Because they are frost-sensitive, ensure you wait until after the last frost of the season to sow them directly into the soil at a depth of 1/2 inch.
No, you do not need additional varieties. Star of David okra is self-pollinating and also benefits from insect pollination, making it a reliable producer on its own.
After initial sowing at 3-4 inches apart, you should thin the seedlings to a mature spacing of 12-18 inches. This ensures each plant has enough room to develop its root system and receive adequate airflow.
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