Weeds should be eliminated when the okra plants are young.
Then mulch the okra plants to reduce the weed growth and the retain more moisture in the soil.
Irrigate the Okra plants every morning thoroughly during summer. During winter, plants can be watered every alternative days.
Okra are prone to be damaged by Aphids, stinkbugs, beetles and worms if the plants are not monitored and not maintained properly.
Organic neem based pesticides can be applied every 15 days to keeps the pest away.
Home made pesticide liquid (5 ml) made of ginger, garlic and green chilly (3G Pesticide) can be applied in 1 ltr of water is also effective.
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