I grew the seed of several of the varieties used in that trial. As an fyi, the fertilizer amount was inadequate for the larger and more rampant growers. Burmese as a compact variety was one of the few that would have had enough.
I've been debating about developing a more useful okra than what is on the market today. The best traits seem to be in 3 varieties that I've got seed of.
Lee - a short internode variety
Cowhorn - a huge plant that produces a steady supply of long tender pods
Granny Franklin - Has the best overall flavor and multipurpose use
What I would like to combine is the tender pods and low skin irritation of Cowhorn with the short internodes of Lee. Then add in the multipurpose usability of Granny Franklin. That should be enough of a project to keep me busy for the next 5 years or so.
DarJones
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