Yes, but it might be best to simply do a midsummer planting of okra instead of pruning off spring-seeded plants. When pruned, the plants will develop a bush rather than a single stalk, which usually makes harvesting difficult. Pruning should be done 80 to 100 days before the first anticipated fall frost, allowing the plants time to produce additional pods.
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Can okra plants be pruned during late summer or early fall for additional fruit production?
Last Updated: November 20, 2011
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