Seed Count: 45
Grow Guide: Straight Eight Cucumber
- Sow: Direct outdoors after danger of frost or indoors 3-4 weeks before planting out.
- Light: Full Sun
- Water: Continual irrigation
- Grow Temp: 85F germination and 60-70F growing.
- Plant Depth & Distance: 1/2" deep, 12-24" apart.
- Row Spacing: 5-6"
- Days to Germination: 7-10
- Days to Maturity: 58
- Fertilization: Fertile soil, heavy feeder, side dressing recommended.
- Frost Tolerant: No
- Fruit Size: 6-8"
- Soil PH: Neutral
- Soil Type: Well drained, fertile
- Plant Habit: Vines, trellising recommended.
- Succession Planting: Yes
- Open-Pollinated: Yes
- Life Cycle: Annual
- Culinary: Great for slicing fresh over salads!
Gardening Tip: Harvest cucumbers daily in the morning before full sun for best flavor and texture. Overripe fruits on vine can slow production.