Jing Orange Okra
Heirloom variety: Jing Orange
- Taste
- Tender and mild with a deep reddish-orange pod; classic okra flavor without toughness.
- In season (Fayette, zone 6b)
- July – October
- Good source of
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin K
- Folate
- Fiber
A striking red-orange okra from China that stays tender at a larger size than most varieties — forgiving if you miss a day of picking. The pods hold their deep color through cooking when handled gently and add a beautiful note to a mixed fry or gumbo.