Cucumber National Pickling (55 Days)

55 DAYS
Cucumis sativus

A very popular older variety that has been a staple for gardeners over the years! Vigorous dark green vines will produce perfect 6 in. blunt ended pickling cucumbers that are excellent for preserving. The crisp texture and delightful flavour make these cucumbers a favourite choice for any garden.

Size: Mature plants reach about 36 in. in height with 6 in. cucumbers at harvest.

Yield: Produces a high yield of uniform pickling cucumbers throughout the season.

Taste: Crisp and refreshing, with a pleasantly mild flavour that is ideal for pickling.

How to use: Perfect for pickling and fresh use in salads, providing a refreshing crunch.

Planting tips: Sow seeds in full sun after the last frost in well-drained soil, spacing plants 12 to 18 in. apart. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 21 to 24C.

Harvest tips: Harvest cucumbers when they are firm and still bright green, picking regularly to encourage further production.

Pelleted seed.