Marianne's Response

Is my okra plant dying?

Hi I recently planted okra and I live in Richmond Virginia. They look concerning to me. Can you tell me what I should do?i have uploaded pics here

Posted by Viji Natarajan on May 23, 2020

Marianne's Response

Have you had cold weather and lots of rain? Lower leaves turning yellow could be a sign of overwatering or cool nights as Okra is a warmth loving plant. The plants look otherwise healthy so try covering them at night with plastic tents or a gallon milk jug with the bottom cut out. I suspect in a few weeks the warmer weather will perk up the plants. Keep growing, Marianne Binetti