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Abelmoschus esculentus 'Burgundy'

Family Malvaceae
Plant Type vegetable
Zone USDA:   4a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H1 - G2   Australia:   1 - 5  
Care Level
Height
Spread
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The vegetable Abelmoschus esculentus 'Burgundy' is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during early summer to mid autumn. The showy matte foliage is medium green and dark red in colour and bold in texture. Abelmoschus esculentus 'Burgundy' bears showy vegetables.
Typical Uses Border, dried flowers and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics This vegetable attracts butterflies to your garden. Abelmoschus esculentus 'Burgundy' tolerates drought.
Cautions Abelmoschus esculentus 'Burgundy' has thorns and you may wish to wear gloves when handling. Position this plant to be less accessible to avoid injury to children or pets.