RED LADYFINGER – लाल भिंडी (25 Seed)

🌱 Red Lady Finger (Red Bhindi) Cultivation Guide – Desi & Organic Method
Red lady finger is a nutritious and attractive variety of okra, rich in antioxidants. It is popular for kitchen gardens, organic farms, and premium markets.
Scientific Name: Abelmoschus esculentus

🌤️ 1. Climate Requirement
Grows best in warm climate.
Ideal temperature: 25–35°C
Sensitive to frost.
Best sowing time (India):
Summer: February – March
Kharif / Rainy: June – July
Autumn: September – October
Warm weather ensures good color and pod quality.

🌾 2. Soil Requirement
Best soil: Well-drained sandy loam or loam
Soil should be loose, fertile, and rich in organic matter.
Soil pH: 6.0 – 7.5
Before sowing:
Mix well-rotted cow dung compost or FYM.
Remove stones and weeds.
❌ Avoid waterlogged soil.

🌱 3. Seed Sowing
✅ Bed / Field Preparation
Prepare raised beds or ridges for better drainage.
✅ Sowing Method
Seed depth: 2–3 cm
Row spacing: 45–60 cm
Plant spacing: 30 cm
Soak seeds in water for 8–10 hours before sowing.
Germination time: 5–7 days

💧 4. Watering
Light irrigation after sowing.
Water every 5–7 days in summer.
Reduce watering during rainy season.
❌ Overwatering may cause yellow leaves and root rot.

🌿 5. Organic Fertilizer Management
Apply vermicompost or compost before sowing.
Spray jeevamrit / compost tea every 15 days.
Apply neem cake at sowing to control soil pests.
Avoid excess nitrogen (more leaves, fewer pods).

✂️ 6. Intercultural Operations
First weeding after 20–25 days.
Light hoeing improves aeration.
Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.

🐛 7. Pest & Disease Control (Organic)
Aphids & whiteflies: Neem oil spray (5 ml per litre water).
Shoot & fruit borer: Neem seed kernel extract (NSKE 5%).
Remove infected plants early.
Keep field clean.

🌶️ 8. Harvesting
First harvest in 45–50 days after sowing.
Harvest tender pods every 2–3 days.
Pods turn green after cooking, which is normal.
Regular harvesting increases yield.
⏳ Expected Yield
6–9 tons per acre