IS1510 Commercial Production of Okra in Mississippi Commercial Production of Okra in Mississippi Okra is a hot weather vegetable.
Most varieties make a large plant.
Soils Okra will grow on most soil types in Mississippi, but loam and sandy loam soils produce the highest yields. Processing varieties are specified by the processor. Planting Dates Okra is a hot-weather crop. You can plant as late as July 1, but the harvest season will be short and the yield low. Spacing An ideal stand is one plant for every foot of row, on 2 rows 3 to 4 feet apart with 5 to 7 feet between rows.