Syngenta OH 517 Hybrid Okra is a high-performing variety specially suited for Rabi season cultivation in temperate climates. The hybrid thrives in well-drained sandy loam to clay loam soils and responds well to balanced fertilization and timely irrigation. It delivers strong plant vigor, excellent pod quality, and consistent harvests through alternate-day picking. With proper nutrient management and recommended spacing, OH 517 achieves impressive yields of 10-12 MT per acre, making it a preferred choice for commercial farmers seeking reliable productivity.
Specifications:
Crop: Okra / Lady’s Finger
Variety: OH 517
Climate: Temperate
Sowing Season: Rabi
Expected Yield: 10-12 MT per acre
Soil Type: Sandy loam or clay loam, well-drained
Nutrient Requirement: N:P:K = 100:80:80 kg per acre
Recommended Seasons: Rabi (primary season)
Maturity Time: Early to medium maturity; supports alternate-day picking
Harvesting (Yield Per Acre): 10-12 MT per acre*
Seed Rate:
Fruit Color: Fresh green, tender pods
Fruit Shape: Slender, uniform, market-preferred okra pods
Spacing for Sowing:
Row to Row: 60-75 cm
Plant to Plant: 20-25 cm
Plant Type: Vigorous, healthy plants with excellent fruit set and branching
Features & Benefits:
High yield potential of 10-12 MT per acre.
Ideal for the Rabi season in temperate climates.
Produces attractive, tender, market-preferred pods.
Strong plant vigor ensures continuous picking.
Responds well to balanced fertilizer and uniform irrigation.
Stable performance with long picking duration.
Suitable for commercial farming and fresh market supply.