Over 20 heirloom varieties of cucumbers to choose from.

CUCUMBERS

Soil pH 5.5 to 6.5 - Plant outside 1 to 2 weeks after the last spring frost.  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.  As the plants grow, they will need help at first guiding them up the trellis.  Harvest the cucumbers often and do not let the cucumbers get too big, as this will slow up future productivity of the plant.  Cucumbers like plenty of sun and water.  Avoid wetting the plants, if possible, when watering.  If cucumber beetles are a problem in your area, Rotenone may be dusted on the plants to control them. Once a cucumber plant starts to wilt from a bacterial infection, remove the infected plant immediately.  DO NOT put the diseased plant in your compost pile.

CUCUMBER SEEDS

#510 – ARMENIAN (Cucumis melo)  50-75 days  – These mild flavored, light green, heavily ribbed fruits grow 24-36", and will twist and turn if allowed to grow on the ground, straight if grown on trellis.   Best if picked when 12-18 inches long.
PKT. – 60 seeds - $1.25

#O519 - BOOTHBY'S BLONDE (Cucumis sativus) 60 days – This heirloom originated from the Boothby family of MAINE.  The 6-8 inch creamy yellow fruits are crisp and tasty, with small, black spines.  A good slicing cuke.
PKT. - 30 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

#513 - BOSTON PICKLING IMPROVED  (Cucumis sativus)  52 days  An old reliable variety that bears continually if kept picked.  The high yielding plants have blocky, bright green fruits that are resistant to mosaic virus and cucumber scale.  Great for homemade pickles!
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25

#514 – DELIKATESSE  (Cucumis sativus)  60 days – A German favorite that bears an abundant supply of delicious, pale green, 10 inch fruits.  The medium sized, rounded cukes have excellent taste and make great pickles when small, or use as slicers when larger.
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25

#O523 - DOUBLE YIELD  (Cucumis sativus)55-60 days – Introduced in 1924, this heavy yielding variety is a great choice for gherkins and dills.  The slim, 6x2 inch fruits are smooth and crisp. A very prolific cropper.
PKT. - 15 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

#512 - HOMEMADE PICKLES (Cucumis sativus) 55 days - Excellent variety for pickling!  The semi-bush type plants produce solid, crisp, small white spined, 5½ inch fruits.  Pick regularly to maintain production.
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25

#O521 - JAPANESE CLIMBING  60 days - A Japanese favorite first introduced to the U.S. in 1892. The crunchy, 8x3 inch, light green fruits are good for fresh eating or pickling. Keep the vines well picked for a continuous harvest all season long.
PKT. - 15 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

#515 – LANGELANG GIANT (Cucumis sativus) 70 days – A terrific choice for giant pickles!  The large 12" by 4" diameter fruits have smooth, dark green skin and are also good used as slicers.
PKT. - 30 seeds - $1.25

#504 - LEMON CUCUMBER (Cucumis sativus)  65 days  - This heirloom variety was first introduced in 1894. The small, lemon shaped cucumbers are pale yellow  when mature, with mild, crisp, white flesh.  Very unique!!
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25
#O504 - 60 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

#502 - LONG GREEN IMPROVED (Cucumis sativus)  65 days - First introduced in 1870, the 10 to 12 inch, dark green fruits abound on this old fashioned variety.  A strong, vigorous producer, that's an excellent slicing cucumber.  Our favorite cuke!
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25

#501 - MARKETMORE 76 (Cucumis sativus)  70 days - The straight, dark green with white spines, 9" fruits do well in the summer heat.  Resistant to scab, mosaic virus, downy and powdery mildew, alternaria leaf spot and anthracnose.  An excellent slicing cucumber!  For maximum production, grow on a trellis.
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25
 # O501 - PKT. - 60 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

#522 - MEXICAN SOUR GHERKIN (Melothria scabra) 65 days - This tasty cuke may become your favorite! The 1-2 inch watermelon-shaped fruits have good cucumber flavor with a slight taste of sour, homemade pickles. Expect a large crop from this heirloom.
PKT. - 15 seeds - $2.00

#O520 - MINIATURE WHITE  (Cucumis sativus) 50-55 days – The short, 3 foot vines produce a heavy crop of white, sweet and crunchy, mini cukes.  So tender, there’s no peeling necessary.  For maximum flavor, pick when smaller than 3 inches.  A good choice for gardens with limited space.
PKT. - 15 seeds - 2.00

#516 – MUNCHER (Cucumis sativus) 59-65 days – This prolific variety bears smooth, medium green, 9 inch fruits on strong, vigorous vines.  The tender cukes are burpless and never bitter.
PKT. - 30 seeds - $1.25
#O516 - PKT. - 30 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

#506 - NATIONAL PICKLING (Cucumis sativus)  55 days  - This very productive variety has dark green skin with black spines.  Is small, thick and blunt ended when young.   Makes great pickles!
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25

#509 - PAINTED SERPENT (Cucumis melo)   65 days – The slim, light green, ribbed fruits can grow 30–75" long, but best eaten at 15 inches.  The unique fruits curl into snake-like shapes.   Mild, delicious flavor!
PKT. – 30 seeds - $1.25

#524 - PARISIAN PICKLING  (Cucumis sativus)  60 days – This extremely rare French heirloom dates back to 1892, when it was first introduced in the U.S.   Makes wonderful gherkins when picked small, or let grow to a larger size and use as a slicer.  Always cool and crunchy.
PKT. - 15 seeds - $2.00

#508 -POINSETT 76 (Cucumis sativus)  68 days - The dark green fruit  with white spines grow 7 to 9 inches long and 2 to 3 inches in diameter.   A hardy variety, very popular in the south!
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25

#517 – RHINISH PICKLE  (Cucumis sativus)  52-55 days – An early maturing variety traditionally used for pickling in Europe.  The crunchy fruits have black spines and small bumps.  An old German favorite for making pickles!
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25

#503 - RUSSIAN (Cucumis sativus) 52 days - This old variety first introduced in 1850 has 5" blocky fruit with dark green skin on top, turning pale at the blossom end, growing in clusters of two to three. Our favorite cucumber for making dill or sweet pickles!
PKT. - 30 seeds - $1.25

#507 - STRAIGHT EIGHT (Cucumis sativus)  65 days - This "All American Selection" in 1935 has smooth, straight, dark green, 8 inch  fruits.  A very prolific home garden variety!
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25
#O507 - 60 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

#511 – TENDERGREEN BURPLESS (Cucumis sativus)  55-65 days – The  long, 8 -10 inch, thin, dark green fruits are non-bitter, acid free and burpless!   Resistant to downy mildew and powdery mildew.
PKT. – 60 seeds - $1.25
 # O511 - PKT. - 60 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

#518 – WEST INDIAN GHERKIN (Cucumis anguria)   60-65 days - Not a true cucumber, this heirloom arrived in the U.S. from Jamaica in 1793.  Originally of African origin, the large vines have leaves very similar to watermelons, while the fruits are short, plump and prickly.  A very unique fruit with a distinct “gherkin” flavor!   Great for pickling!
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25

#505 - WHITE WONDER (Cucumis sativus)   60 days - This old time variety that dates back to 1893, matures to a lovely ivory white color, making them easier to find at harvest time! The round ended, 7 inch fruit has crisp, delicious, white flesh.
PKT. - 60 seeds - $1.25

PICKLE PATCH SPECIAL
  • One pack each of the following cucumber seeds:

    •    Lemon, Homemade Pickles, Tendergreen Burpless and White Wonder
  • One 5’ by 30’ nylon garden trellis
  • One booklet: Favorite Pickles and Relishes

    • PPS - $17.99

    Fertilizer can only be shipped to the 48 continental United States.



     

    PEACE OF MIND ALL-PURPOSE FERTILIZER (5-5-5) - 100% ORGANIC - All Purpose is all good! This ready-to-use, pH-balanced blend contains natural microorganisms and 100 percent organic fertilizers. Peace of Mind All Purpose  is perfect for vegetable gardens, annual and perennial flower gardens, ornamental plantings, houseplants and more.
    4 lb. box
    PAL - $15.95
     
     


    COUNTRY WISDOM BOOKLET
    Favorite Pickles and Relishes  32 pages – Looking for a new pickle recipe?  Can't find one as good as Grandma's?  Then why not try one of these tasty recipes! Numerous pickling recipes are found in this booklet, along with complete instructions for pickling.
    A-91 - $3.95
    TR 2 - NYLON GARDEN TRELLIS - The perfect way to save space in your garden. Let the crops grow up, off the ground away from harmful insects and disease.  7" by 7" openings are great for tomatoes, cucumbers, peas or beans.  Also great for climbing flowers!  Just fasten to some poles and its ready to use!  5 feet by 30 feet long.  Can be cut to any length needed.
    TR 2 - $10.99

    PLASTIC POT LABELS - High quality, blank plastic stakes are used to label transplants inside.  Just use a fine point permanent marker to easily write down information on the stakes.  Plastic is white and writing remains legible despite the action of weather, water or fertilizer.  20 mil thick plastic wears better than wood stakes, costs less than metal stakes.  Large size may also be used outside in the garden.
    PL 24 - 25 stakes (4 in. by ½ in.) - $2.25         PL 26 - 25 stakes (6 in. by ½ in.) - $2.75

    JIFFY 7 SEED STARTING PELLETS - Just add water to the compressed peat pellets and you're ready to start seeds indoors!  Pellets expand to 1¾"  in diameter to 1¾" in height.  Encased in netting , they retain their shape and get plants off to a good start.  No more plastic trays, no more broken roots!  The simplest and easiest way to start all your transplants!  Instructions included.
    JF 7  -  12 pack - $2.59
    JF 25 - 25 pack - $4.59

    FAST-GRO PROPAGATION MATS – Fast-gro bottom heating propagation mats keep soil warm to aid indoor germination.  Mat is hermetically sealed in plastic.   For indoor use only.
    FGP-1 -  Window sill mat is 3 inches wide by 24 inches long – $25.99   (For starting plants on a sunny widow sill!)
    FGP-2 – Small propagation mat is 11 inches wide by 24 inches long - $35.99  (Holds one standard seed flat.)
    FGP-3 – Large propagation mat is 22 inches wide by 44 inches long - $79.99  (Holds four standard seed flats.)

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