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We've grown a number of okra varieties here in Minneapolis, from Little Lucy to Clemson Spineless, White Velvet, and Aunt Hettie's Red. All seem to do just fine, producing a bit earlier when started in peat pots but still producing when direct seeded. Our favorite is Aunt Hettie's Red (which we got from Victory Seeds) because the plant is stunning--highly ornamental--and the fruits taste better than the others we've tried.