Okra is a heat-loving, productive plant that offers both delicious pods and beautiful edible flowers. The tender, young pods are a staple in Southern cuisine, perfect for gumbo, stews, frying, and pickling. Beyond the flavorful pods, okra also produces stunning, hibiscus-like blooms that are not only beautiful but also edible! These delicate flowers can be added to salads or used as a garnish, adding a touch of elegance and a mild, slightly sweet flavor to your dishes. Enjoy a dual harvest of tasty pods and gorgeous, edible flowers with okra!
Since 2003, Park Ridge Organics has been providing certified organic produce to the Fond du Lac, Elkhart Lake, Appleton, Neenah, Oshkosh and Menasha area. The farm is located just north of Fond du Lac on the beautiful Niagara Escarpment overlooking Lake Winnebago. The farm is situated on 15 acres of land. The farm grows over 30 crop types and stocks its on farm store with over 35 Wisconsin food products. They also sell wholesale to local restaurants and natural food stores.
In addition to being USDA certified Organic, the farm is also Real Organic Project certified.