. lMPRf\rD DwAur Okra. OKRA. (Gombo.) Essharer Hibiscus, GwR. Gombo, Fr. Quimbo^nbo, Sp. This vegetable is becoming extensively grown. The long young pods of this jilant are used in soujis, stews, etc., to which they impart a rich flavor and are considered nu- tritious. Sow the seeds thickly in rich ground i^bout the middle of May, or when the ground has become warm, in drills 3 feet apart and 1 inch deep, thin out to 10 inches apart in the drills. Hoe often, and earth up a little to support the stems. The very young pods can be gathered and dried for winter use. Dwarf Green. Long-podded, earl
. lMPRf\rD DwAur Okra. OKRA. (Gombo.) Essharer Hibiscus, GwR. Gombo, Fr. Quimbo^nbo, Sp. This vegetable is becoming extensively grown. The long young pods of this jilant are used in soujis, stews, etc., to which they impart a rich flavor and are considered nu- tritious. Sow the seeds thickly in rich ground i^bout the middle of May, or when the ground has become warm, in drills 3 feet apart and 1 inch deep, thin out to 10 inches apart in the drills. Hoe often, and earth up a little to support the stems. The very young pods can be gathered and dried for winter use. Dwarf Green. Long-podded, early, and productive. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., i lb. 30 cts. Improved Dwarf. This new early variety has long green slender pods, very jiroductive, and only grows 14 inches high. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., i lb. 50 cts. Postage prepaid on pkts. and ounces. On ^ lb, and over, remit at rate of i ct. per oz., when ordered to be sent by mail.
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