Okra isn’t the first (or seventh) vegetable most people think to buy when they go to the farmers’ market. Known primarily for its use in heavy Southern dishes and infamously for its ability to become ...

Growing okra in your home vegetable garden can provide a wealth of pods to use in the kitchen. Indeed, the plants are so prolific that you may have more pods than you can cook. If you leave some on ...

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 ...

One of the most common questions we receive is where to find seeds of a certain fruit, vegetable, herb or flower in their city. More often than not, the seeds are usually available in local gardening ...

Q: In last year’s garden the okra did well but grew way too tall. Can it be pruned to keep it lower and still produce well?Kevin B., Hart County A: You sure can! As our common okra varieties grow in ...