Basanti 447 F1 Okra Seeds (East West Seed Brand | 20g | 100g)

Basanti F1 Basanti F1 produces erect plants with very good vigour and a good branching tendency. The leaf type is rather narrow which attracts fewer leafhoppers. The ideal harvesting stage for best eating quality is when pods reach a length of 15-17cm The pods are slender and the colour is dark green. The offered product is an early hybrid with good maturity. ? Basanti F1: Product characteristics Harvesting:? 48-52 days Plant vigour: Strong Shape: Slender Colour: Dark-green Length: 15-17 cm Diameter: 1.7-1.9 cm ? Nutritional Benefits of Okra It has been proven that okra possesses potent antioxidant properties which can help in the management of diabetes. The fibre content of okra can help to improve digestion. It may also help prevent constipation. It helps reduce fatigue and improve the metabolic capacity of the body. Low cholesterol levels of okra will decrease the likelihood of heart diseases and atherosclerosis. Okra consumption has an anti-stress effect. ? Care and watering Despite its reputation as a plant that will survive dry conditions, okra is hardier and produces more pods with adequate watering. An inch of water a week is optimum. Note that plants that grow on little water will produce tough pods and may be prone to afternoon wilt. Foliar fertilizer sprays?are particularly effective. Liquid seaweed sprays can be applied two or three times during the season. Okra is also sensitive to weeds. Keep your patch well-weeded, especially when plants are young.