Okra or Lady Finger (bhindi) Hybrid Seeds

Okra or lady’s finger commonly known as bhindi is the most famous vegetable in India that is very easy to grow. It is not only a great addition to your diet but also looks lovely during the growing season because of its beautiful flowers. It is a summer crop, a heat-loving crop that thrives in full light.It is low in calories and can be prepared and eaten in a variety of ways. Lady finger contains 7.07 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of protein, 0.1 grams of fat, and 9 percent fiber in 100 grams. Lady finger is high in folate, niacin, Vitamin C, E, and K. It is also high in calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, and zinc. Lady finger seeds can be used to extract oil, and their fiber can be used to make paper.

Uses of Ladies Finger

• Bad cholesterol, which is the main cause of heart disease, can be reduced by the rising intake of ladies’ fingers.
• Ladies finger is an excellent choice for diabetics due to its high fiber content, which helps to control blood sugar levels.
• Ladies finger contains a high concentration of antioxidants, which aid in the battle against cancer, as well as a high concentration of vitamin C, which is well known for boosting immunity and preventing common infections.
• Ladies finger contains a high concentration of vitamin K, which is beneficial to blood health and the treatment and prevention of anemia.
• Ladies finger aids in weight loss and is helpful during pregnancy because it contains a high amount of folate, which ensures the baby’s proper neurological growth.

Okra Plant Care Tips

• Sunlight: Okra needs at least 6 hours of full sunlight in a day.
• Water: Give water regularly to your okra plants. It can also tolerate dry conditions; give 1 liter of water per week and keep the soil moist, especially in the growing season.
• Soil: Okra plant prefers well-drained, fertile soil for better results.
• Temperature: The ideal temperature for growing okra ranges between 20-35 degrees Celsius.
• Fertilizer: Use water-soluble fertilizer every 4-6 weeks after the okra plants reach 6 inches in height.
• Common pests: Pests that affect the Okra plants are Aphids, Corn earworms, Stinkbugs, and Fusarium wilt. Use organic pesticide “Neem Oil”. it protects the plant from harmful pests.