Emerald okra seeds produce spineless pods that stay tender even when they are large. The dark-green velvet pods are up to 8" long at harvest. This variety retains its color when cooked or canned, and the cut cross-sections are perfectly round, resembling little wagon wheels. This plant takes 55 days to reach maturity.
Emerald okra was developed by the Campbell Soup Company, and introduced in 1950. 58 days.