Okra, the Healer of Many Colors
A St. Pete Youth Farm Original Story
Written by Youth Ambassadors of the Summer 2025 Session
Benefits of Okra
Okra is low in calories but packed full of nutrients. The vitamin C in okra helps support healthy immune function. Okra is also rich in vitamin K, which helps your body clot blood. Antioxidants are natural compounds that help your body fight off molecules called free radicals that can damage cells.
Care:
Caring for an okra plant:
Okra needs full sun and hot weather with evening temperatures that are in the 60s (Fahrenheit) or warmer. Once it starts fruiting, pick okra when it reaches at least 3 inches in length.