A very productive variety of white spined, 18-20 cm (7-8") long green cucumbers that are tender, crisp and delicious. Eat fresh or sliced in salads.
SKU: 142186
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full sun
Days to Germination:
8 to 10 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
50 to 70 days
Key Features
Plant Type: Vegetable
Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
Fill Weight (grams): 3
Approximate Seed Count: 100-110
Planting Method: Sow Direct
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Open Pollinated
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Flavor: Old-fashioned cucumber flavor
Companion Planting: Plant near beans, peas, tomatoes, cabbage and lettuce
Preparation Ideas: Popular as a slicing cucumber, or can be used for pickling if harvested young.
Instructions
Sow seed directly in soil once all danger of frost has passed. Soil must be fertile and rich in compost. May be started indoors before last frost. Roots should be disturbed as little as possible while transplanting.
Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2")
Seed Spacing: 10 cm (4")
Plant Spacing: 30 cm (12")
Row Spacing: 120 cm (48")
Suggestions
Plant at 3 week intervals up to midsummer for fresh cucumbers all season. Keep fruits picked.