Cucumber Seeds - Homemade Pickles
- Seed Count: 50 seeds
- Maturity Date: 55-60 days from planting
- Cucumber Type: Pickling variety
- Fruit Characteristics: Small, dark green, and ideal for pickling
- Growing Habit: Bushy, compact growth, suitable for small spaces
- Ideal Growing Conditions: Full sun, well-drained soil
- Planting Instructions: Sow seeds 1 inch deep, space plants 18-24 inches apart
- Disease Resistance: Resistant to common cucumber diseases
History: The Homemade Pickles Cucumber is a relatively modern cultivar, developed to meet the increasing home gardener’s demand for a reliable pickling cucumber. It quickly gained popularity for its compact growth habit and abundant yield of perfect pickling-sized cucumbers.
Uses: As the name suggests, Homemade Pickles cucumbers are ideal for pickling due to their size, texture, and flavor. They can be used for making classic dill pickles, sweet pickles, or bread-and-butter pickles. Additionally, they are crisp and tasty when eaten fresh, making them versatile in the kitchen.
Growth Habit & Planting Instructions: Homemade Pickles cucumbers have a bushy growth habit, making them ideal for gardeners with limited space. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. For best results, sow the seeds directly in the ground at a depth of 1 inch, spacing plants about 18-24 inches apart. These cucumbers are hardy and relatively easy to grow, offering a plentiful harvest in a short amount of time. Regular watering and occasional fertilization will support their vigorous growth and fruit production.