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Aunt Hettie’s
Red
65 days
This is an old heirloom red okra from the Tidwell family of
Tennessee, (my own relatives). It was passed on to me by a cousin
of mine who received it from my great aunt Hettie Tidwell back in
the early 1970’s, how far it dates back in our family’s history is
not clear but it was said my great aunt had been growing it for
many, many years.
The stalks and leaves
are a beautiful burgundy red color; the pods are a glossy red.
Plants reach a height of about 5 feet. It has a
wonderful taste.
2005 is the first time it is being offered to the public.
Sampler size packets are available at
Victory Seeds
 Cow
Horn
60 days
A very old heirloom variety of okra dating back to before 1865.
Cow Horn is a heavy yielder of 8"-14" medium sized, slightly
curved pods that remain tender longer than most varieties, but for
the best quality pods harvest when 5"-6" in length. Plants have
many side branches and may reach a height of 7-8 feet tall.
White Velvet
60 days
This is an old variety once
favored in the Southern United States. Introduced by the
Peter Henderson & Company of New York around 1890. Plants grow 4 to 5 feet
tall. The pods are greenish-white in color, long (6 to 7 inches),
tapering, smooth, velvety and not prickly to the touch. They are
round and do not have the heavy ribbing like some other varieties. Excellent
flavor.
Sold out for 2008
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