Customer Service Hours
Mon-Fri 8-4 MST
Features
Family
Malvaceae
Native
Unknown; probably tropical Africa and Asia
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
Attracts Pollinators
Growing Conditions
- Frost Sensitive
- Heat Tolerant
About Clemson Spineless 80 Okra Seeds
Abelmoschus esculentus
Okra pods can grow up to 9" long, but are best harvested at about 3"–4" for culinary use, before they become tough. The pods of 'Clemson Spineless 80' are dark green, straight, and slightly grooved.
Planting Okra
Days to Maturity
55 days
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 18"
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
½"–1"
Planting Details
| Row Spacing | 4' apart |
|---|---|
| Seed Depth | ½"–1" |
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 18" |
| Thinning | When 4" tall, thin to 1 every 18" |
| Germination | 10 –15 days |
| Start Indoors | Recommended for short season areas: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 70°F, ideally 80°–90°F. Use biodegradable pots to reduce root disturbance. |
| Direct Sow | 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Okra is most tender when harvested at about 3"-4" long. Cut the thick stem with a sharp knife. The use of gloves and long sleeves is advised, as some people have a skin irritation reaction to the foliage. After initial harvest, removal of the lowest set of leaves will increase production. Harvest regularly; if pods are allowed to mature, plant will stop producing. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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22 reviews
- CarolineRated 5 out of 5 stars8/3/26Delicious!
Really have taken off in the GA heat! Flowers are beautiful and the pods are so yummy cooked or fresh!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/4/26Hey Caroline,
We're so happy to hear about your incredible experience with the Clemson Spineless 80 Okra Seeds! It's awesome that they've really taken off in the GA heat for you, and we love that you're enjoying both the beautiful flowers and those delicious pods - whether cooked or fresh! Your enthusiasm for this variety is contagious, and we're thrilled you're having such great success growing them. Thanks for sharing your okra growing story with us! Keep on growing 🌻
- Robin F.CA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 stars8/1/26Blooming!
These seeds are viable and my okra plant is currently flowering. Can't wait to see fruit forming!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? PatioBIBotanical Interests8/1/26Hey Robin,
We're so happy to hear that your Clemson Spineless 80 Okra Seeds are thriving and your plant is already flowering! That's awesome progress, and we love your excitement about watching those blooms turn into fruit. Thanks for sharing your growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻
- AdamRated 5 out of 5 stars3/27/265 Stars
Excellent! Thank you.
- Heather R.NC, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars9/27/25Grows great; Delicious
I'm a beginner; I messed up starting the seedlings, and most of these babies still grew! Now I have TENDER okra as I can harvest when is best & not pay out the wazoo for premium, organic produce. Epic's guidance on the packaging & online resources are very helpful!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? In Ground - Leslie H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/10/255 Stars
I can’t wait for next month when it will finally be planting time. Here in South Carolina we really like okra!