Cucumber Seeds - Homemade Pickles (Organic)
55 Days to maturity. Cucumis sativus. Organic Homemade Pickles Cucumber Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom. Suitable for growing in fields, containers (with support), garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses (with pollinators). Resistant to Angular Leaf Spot, Anthracnose (A), Cucumber Mosaic Virus, Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, and Scab. This popular pickling cucumber is known for its high yields of fruits up to 6 inches long. Has a compact habit compared to other cucumbers. Enjoy a fresh harvest all season long. ~1,000 seeds/oz.
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Growing Organic Homemade Pickles Cucumber in the Vegetable Garden
Cucumbers are best directly sown a week or two after your last frost date once the soil and air temperatures have warmed to about 75 F. Cucumbers may also be started indoors 3-4 weeks ahead of time for earlier starts, but be sure to carefully prevent damage to the roots when transplanting. Sow 1 inch deep and 12-18 inches apart, with rows 48-60 inches apart. Homemade Pickles may be grown in containers with a vertical support system.
This is a monoecious variety. This means it will produce both male and female flowers, requiring insect or hand pollination to bear fruit. While cucumbers need fertile, well-draining soil, be careful not to over-fertilize with nitrogen. This can cause your plants to over-produce foliage and bear little fruit.
Harvesting Organic Homemade Pickles Cucumber
Homemade Pickles Cucumbers reach about 5-6 inches in length and should be picked frequently once fruit develops. Preferably harvest while young, around 2-5 inches. This will encourage more fruit production. This early to mid producer is perfect for homemade pickles, as the name suggests. Prevent damage by using harvesting shears instead of pulling the fruit from the plant.
About Organic Homemade Pickles Cucumber Garden Seeds
Monoecious cucumbers like Homemade Pickles can be used as a pollen source for gynoecious varieties. Simply plan 1 monoecious type for every 10 gynoecious plants.
This variety has great disease resistance to Angular Leaf Spot, Anthracnose (A), Cucumber Mosaic Virus, Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, and Scab. Because of its disease resistance, it is a popular selection for home gardens.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"I recommend growing cucumbers with a vertical support, like a fence or a trellis, to promote healthy air circulation."
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- Ashleigh Smith, True Leaf Market Writer |
Organic Homemade Pickles Cucumber Seeds Per Package:
- 1 g - Wholesale - Approximately 30 Seeds
- 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 1,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 4,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 16,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 80,000 Seeds
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=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Cucumis sativus |
| Cucumber Type: | Pickling - Pickling cucumbers typically are shorter, have a thinner, bumpy, or warty skin. While they can be eaten fresh and in salads, these are preferred for pickling. |
| Organic Homemade Pickles Cucumber Color: | Green with small white spines. |
| Organic Homemade Pickles Cucumber Flavor: | Mild and slightly sweet. Less bitter than slicing cucumbers. Crisp and snappy texture. |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Annual 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| Days to Maturity: | 55 |
| Days to Germination: | 6-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 18-24 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 48 inches |
| Plant Height: | 12-18 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Vining. Cucumbers can grow along the soil surface, but are often healthier with a vertical support to promote airflow. |
| Soil Preference: | Cucumbers prefer rich, well-draining soils with a pH of 6-6.8. Consistent watering is required for abundant yields. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer 64-86 F. Cucumbers do not tolerate frost and often become damaged at temperatures below 50F. |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | Yes, this is the preferred method for growing cucumber seeds. |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, while direct sowing is the preferred method, starting indoors is common. Start 3-4 weeks before transplanting. Cucumbers need warm air and soil temperatures. |
| Cucumber Pollination: | Monoecious - These cucumbers produce both male and female flowers. While insects carry out pollination activity, you may hand-pollinate to increase the likelihood of fruit set. |
| Growth Speed: | Mid - Around 45-64 Days from sowing. |
| Plant Width: | 48-60 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes. The hairy leaves and prickly spines of cucumbers generally lead deer to pursue other plants first. However, deer will eat them if there aren’t more appetizing options nearby. |
| Germination Temperature: | 75-85 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | This variety is resistant to Angular Leaf Spot, Anthracnose (A), Cucumber Mosaic Virus, Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, and Scab. Cucumbers are generally known to be susceptible to snails, aphids, cutworms, spider mites, squash vine borers, and cucumber beetles. Common diseases include powdery mildew and cucumber mosaic virus. Reduce the effects of pests and disease by practicing crop rotation. |
| Garden Size: | Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Fields, Containers (with support) |
| Climate Tolerance: | Heat |