I've chosen a plant from two varieties which have large pods on one of the branches. The main stem is still producing pods as are the other branches. I removed some very large pods which seem to be as large as they will get and are starting to turn yellow. I will dry those pods and see if the seed will germinate. If they don't, I still have the other pods on single branches.
Okra is basically a staple food in African countries where they are called Lady Fingers. We have a friend who grew up in Africa. I haven't seen her in a couple of weeks, but I plan on asking her if she would like some Lady Fingers to cook.
I've been giving a lot of okra away because I harvest a lot more than we can eat and I don't want to fill the freezer with okra. I don't know if I lucked out and planted some productive varieties or if I am just an exceptionally good gardener. I probably just lucked out.
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