Common Name: Aonaga Jibai Cucumber
Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus
Description: An old heirloom from the Southern Islands in Japan. Sweet and tender. Withstands drought, moisture and attack of fungoid disease. Long, slender 8" fruits, bitter free.
Sprouts in: 7-14 days
Ideal Temp: 70-90F
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Plant Spacing: 18-36"" apart
Frost Hardy: No
Min Full Sun: 8-12 hrs
Planting Instructions: Needs abundant soil moisture and rich soil. Some afternoon shade is beneficial in hottest summer weather. Trellis-growing saves space. Harvest frequently to maintain production.
More information can be found at rareseeds.com
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Common Name: China Jade Cucumber
Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus
Description: Stunning jade-colored flesh and unmatched sweet flavor make this a superb snacking cucumber. A popular cucumber from northern China, it grows well in the garden and the greenhouse. Long, slender, thin-skinned fruit will develop without pollination, making a seedless and burpless cuke.
Sprouts in: 7-14 days
Ideal Temp: 70-90F
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Plant Spacing: 18-36"" apart
Frost Hardy: No
Min Full Sun: 8-12 hrs
Planting Instructions: Needs abundant soil moisture and rich soil. Some afternoon shade is beneficial in hottest summer weather. Trellis-growing saves space. Harvest frequently to maintain production.
More information can be found at rareseeds.com
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Common Name: Dar Cucumber
Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus
Description: A superb new Polish variety! All-purpose slicing/pickling type. Bush plants are downy-mildew resistant. Attractive, brightly-striped exterior.
Sprouts in: 7-14 days
Ideal Temp: 70-90F
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Plant Spacing: 18-36" apart
Frost Hardy: No
Min Full Sun: 8-12 hrs
Planting Instructions: Needs abundant soil moisture and rich soil. Some afternoon shade is beneficial in hottest summer weather. Trellis-growing saves space. Harvest frequently to maintain production.
More information can be found at rareseeds.com
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Common Name: Mexican Sour Gherkin Cucumber
Scientific Name: M. scabra
Description: Small cucumber-like fruit look like miniature watermelons. Good fresh or pickled. Refreshing tart flavor!
Sprouts in: 7-14 days
Ideal Temp: 70-90F
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Plant Spacing: 18-36"" apart
Frost Hardy: No
Min Full Sun: 8-12 hrs
Planting Instructions: Needs abundant soil moisture and rich soil. Some afternoon shade is beneficial in hottest summer weather. Trellis-growing saves space. Harvest frequently to maintain production.
More information can be found at rareseeds.com
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Common Name: Richmond Green Apple Cucumber
Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus
Description: A unique heirloom from Australia. Fruit the size of a lemon, but are a beautiful light green. Excellent eaten fresh.
Sprouts in: 7-14 days
Ideal Temp: 70-90F
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Plant Spacing: 18-36"" apart
Frost Hardy: No
Min Full Sun: 8-12 hrs
Planting Instructions: Needs abundant soil moisture and rich soil. Some afternoon shade is beneficial in hottest summer weather. Trellis-growing saves space. Harvest frequently to maintain production.
More information can be found at rareseeds.com
Donated by Baker Creek
Information source and image: Baker Creek 2024