Silver Queen Okra

Silver Queen Okra is a standout variety known for its creamy white/light green, spineless pods that add a touch of elegance to any garden and plate. This heirloom plant produces pods up to 6 inches long, prized for their tender texture and mild flavor. Ideal for a variety of culinary uses, from frying and pickling to serving as a key ingredient in gumbo, Silver Queen Okra is as versatile as it is delicious.

Thriving in warm climates, this vigorous grower reaches maturity quickly, providing an abundant harvest throughout the growing season. Silver Queen Okra requires full sun and well-drained soil, making it a great choice for gardeners looking for a unique, productive addition to their vegetable patch. Perfect for those who want to grow something both beautiful and delicious!

Be sure to check out our Okra Growing Guide for more tips & tricks on successfully growing okra at home.

Silver Queen Okra may be direct-seeded or transplanted. In early spring, we recommend transplanting to get a jump start on the growing season. Okra prefers warmer temperatures for seed to germinate. By transplanting, you can have plants in the ground before the soil temperature warms enough to direct seed. We recommend starting transplants 4-5 weeks before the desired outdoor planting date. Okra transplants grow great in our heavy-duty seed starting trays, where they develop a solid root ball with roots that are trained to grow downward. Plants are ready to go in the ground when they can be easily pulled from the cells in the seed starting tray.

For late spring and summer plantings, direct seeding is preferred. Silver Queen Okra can be easily planted with a walk-behind planter like our Hoss Garden Seeder. We suggest succession planting okra throughout the warmer months. Once plants get tall, they may become less productive and harvesting will become more difficult. As a result, we recommend planting a crop of okra in spring, summer and again in fall.