Growing Okra (Okra) Across the Philippines: A Hands-On Guide
Okra—okra to some, ladies’ fingers to others—has become a quiet superstar in Filipino gardens, from rooftop planters in Manila to backyard plots in Bulacan. Its tender, ribbed pods appear in stews, ginataang gulay, or simply sautéed with garlic and onion. Yet, despite its hardiness, okra ...