Cucumis, Cucumber (Pickling), National Pickling, 2g
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
Description
Cucumis sativus
Matures In: 53 days
This popular pickling cucumber bears a concentrated, heavy set of small, blocky fruit with tender skins and crisp white flesh. Harvest regularly when fruit is 3-5″ for sweet or dill pickles. Resistant to cucumber mosaic virus.
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Details
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1″ (3cm)
Plant Space: 24″ (61cm)
Row Space: 36″ (91cm)
Sprouts In: 7-14 days
Cucumbers grow best when direct sown after last spring frost when soil has warmed to 70°F. Prefers rich soil, but will produce well in almost any garden with full sun. Start transplants indoors five weeks before last frost date.
Cucumbers have shallow roots and need consistent watering for best production. Feed monthly with compost or fertilizer.
More Information
| Brand | Lake Valley Seed |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Vegetables |
| Common Family Name | Cucumber |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Harvest Time | Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Spacing Between Rows | 36" |
| Spacing in Row | 24" |
| Planting Depth | 1" |
| Days to Germination | 7-14 days |
| Days to Maturity | 53 days |