Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Cucumbers

Boston Pickling Cucumber-- One of the most popular cucumbers in Sweden, this classic dates from 1880. Medium-green, black-spined, blunt-shaped fruit are crisp and mild. While it's perfect for pickling, it can be used fresh as a slicer if allowed to reach full size. Pick when cucumbers are 2 to 6 inches long. Plant cucumber seeds only after all danger of frost is past and ground is warm. We recommend growing cucumbers on a trellis, for ease of harvesting and more thorough pest control. Plant 2-3 seeds every 8 to 12 inches along the trellis. When the seeds sprout, thin to one plant every 8 to 12 inches. . 58 days. 30 untreated seeds

Straight Eight Cucumber-- An all American winner in 1938. A cucumber superstar, this classic has excellent flavor and is widely adapted. It's a cuke for all seasons. Pick when 8" long for top flavor. Sow 5-6 seeds in each hill. Plant cucumber seeds only after all danger of frost is past and ground is warm. Grow on a fence or trellis. They need lots of sunshine and water. 63 days. 30 untreated seeds.

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