Sow lady's finger seeds in early summer, at least four weeks after all danger of frost has passed. Night temperatures should not fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Plant them at a depth of 0.5 inch, at a spacing of 6 inches apart within rows. Rows should be at least 24 inches apart. Water the planting area lightly.

Thin lady's finger seedlings to at least 12 inches apart when they are 3 inches tall. Choose the hardiest looking seedlings, and remove the rest by cutting the seedlings at the soil line.

Keep the soil in the okra bed consistently moist until the plant flowers. Supplement water with a hose or drip irrigation system during periods of low rainfall.