Blondy Okra

Abelmoschus esculentus Seeds per pack ~40 Germination: 85% Oct 2025  (Packed for 2026) Origins and HistoryBlondy Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is an heirloom variety treasured for its compact growth and creamy, pale-green pods. Thought to have originated from traditional Southern U.S. seed lines, Blondy was developed through open-pollinated selections to suit small gardens and container growers who desired okra’s flavor and productivity without tall, woody plants. Its ancestry traces back to African okra brought to the Americas during the transatlantic period, later bred for regional adaptation and ease of harvest. As a stable heirloom, Blondy reflects the resilience and culinary heritage of Southern African American foodways, emphasizing self-sufficiency and flavor. Appearance and CharacteristicsBlondy Okra grows as a short, bushy plant reaching about 3 feet tall—ideal for compact spaces. The plant’s foliage is deep green with broad lobed leaves, and its yellow flowers with crimson th