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Red Okra?

Who’d a thunk it? It’s pretty neat, though, don’t you think?

row of red okra

We went out to clip our standard fare green okra (Clemson Spineless) this morning and lo and behold, our red okra have been sprouting up a storm! (Yes, you caught me. I’ve missed a few days of visits.) It’s a Billy Bob variety (and no, I’m not kidding) that apparently thrives in our warm Florida climate.

clemson spineless okra

Gazing at these ruby beauties up close and personal, you know the first thing my son and I had to do was taste them.

red okra

Guess what? They taste the same! Can’t wait to see if they cook they same.  🙂

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I'm Dianne, a Central Florida gardener who has learned that gardening doesn't have to be difficult or time-consuming, but instead--fun! With a husband, two kids and a Yellow Lab, I don't have time for difficult. My hands are full. But now, after a few years of trials and tribulations, so is my harvest basket! Let me share with you how I do it. Read More…

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