planting pickling cucumber seeds Cucumber

planting pickling cucumber seeds CucumberNational Pickling Cucumbers are likely the most widely used pickling cucumbers. The plants are very prolific, producing dark green, 12 15 cm (5 6) cylindrical fruits that have dark green with black spines, these cucumbers are delicious at any age. Harvest at 5 7. 5 cm (2 3) for gherkins. Mature cucumbers can weigh as much as 0. 4 0. 6 kg each, roughly (1 pounds on average). They deliver heavy yields all season and have a good resistance to the

National Pickling Cucumbers are likely the most widely used pickling cucumbers. The plants are very prolific, producing dark green, 12-15 cm (5-6”) cylindrical fruits that have dark green with black spines, these cucumbers are delicious at any age.  Harvest at 5-7.5 cm (2-3”) for gherkins. Mature cucumbers can weigh as much as 0.4-0.6 kg each, roughly (1¼ pounds on average). They deliver heavy yields all season and have a good resistance to the cucumber mosaic virus. Plants can reach 91-122 cm (3-4’) climbing on trellis supports. Very dependable at producing prolific crops. When mature, the plant height reaches around 30 cm, (12") without trellis and have vines that reach up to 91-122 cm (3-4’). National Pickling cucumber has a climbing growth habit.  Makes a great slicing cucumber or are delicious when eaten fresh.

Growing Instructions:

Cucumbers are a popular garden vegetable that are easy to grow and produce an abundance of fruit in the right conditions. Cucumbers prefer full sun and well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before your last expected frost date, or direct sow seeds in the garden after all danger of frost has passed. Plant seeds 1-2cm (½-1”) deep, spaced 60-90cm (24-36”) apart in rows spaced 120-180cm (48-72”) apart. Cucumber plants require support to climb, such as trellises or fences. Water regularly and deeply, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 3-4 weeks during the growing season. Cucumbers are ready to harvest when they are dark green and about 15-20cm (6-8”) long. Pick cucumbers frequently to encourage more fruit production.

Soil Conditions: Well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. Soil pH: 6.0-6.8. Planting Depth: Plant seeds 1-2cm (½-1”) deep. Germination: 7-10 days. Height at Maturity: Up to 2m (6.5ft) long. Days to Maturity: 50-70 days. Watering: Water regularly and deeply, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Sun/Shade: Full sun. Spacing after Thinning: Thin seedlings to 60-90cm (24-36”) apart.