Okra variety "Balet" is a heat-loving annual plant that grows quickly and produces large oval fruits with smooth green skin. Yield reaches up to 3 kg per plant, and the maturation period is 70–80 days. The fruits have dense pulp and a soft sweet taste, making them ideal for fresh salads, soups, and side dishes.
The variety is distinguished by high resistance to diseases and pests, as well as good germination – about 90%. Successful cultivation requires a warm environment with good lighting and regular watering. "Balet" can be cultivated in open ground, greenhouses, and containers, providing flexibility in planting planning.
Care for the plant is simple: it is sufficient to maintain fertile, well-drained soil, regularly loosen the rows, and water. Fruits are harvested 45–60 days after germination and can be stored for no more than 10 days at temperatures from 2 to 10 °C. Due to the content of mucilaginous substances, okra is beneficial for peptic ulcer and gastritis, and is suitable for boiling, frying, and drying.
