See figure 2. Watering Okra will do fairly well under dry conditions. However, watering every 7-10 days will give higher yields. Sandy soils usually will need water more often than clay soils. Care During the Season Cultivate around the okra plants to remove weeds and grass.
Hand pull weeds close to the plants to avoid damaging the roots of the okra.
After the first harvest, apply 1 cup of garden fertilizer for each 10 feet of row. Scatter the fertilizer evenly between the rows. Mix it lightly with the soil. Water the plants after fertilizing. Before using a pesticide read the label.