Cucumber- National Pickling

Description

The National Pickling cucumber is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a reliable and high-yielding variety for pickling. This classic cucumber is known for its uniform size, crisp texture, and versatility in both fresh and preserved forms.

Features:

Ideal for Pickling: Known for its firm, crunchy texture that holds up well during pickling, making it a top choice for homemade preserves.

Uniform and Compact Size: Grows to a standard 4-6 inch length, making it perfect for canning and easy to slice for pickles.

High Yield: This variety is highly productive, ensuring an abundant harvest, perfect for gardeners who want to make large batches of pickles or enjoy continuous crops throughout the season.

Disease-Resistant: Resistant to common cucumber diseases, such as powdery mildew and cucumber mosaic virus, ensuring strong, healthy plants with minimal maintenance.

Versatile: While perfect for pickling, it also holds its texture when eaten fresh, making it suitable for a range of culinary uses.

Specifications:

Plant Type: Annual Vegetable (Cucumber)

Mature Size: 4-6 inches long per cucumber

Planting Depth: Sow seeds 1 inch deep in well-draining, fertile soil

Planting Season: Best planted in late spring to early summer after the last frost

Planting Spacing: Space plants about 12-18 inches apart for adequate airflow and space for growth

Growing Time: 50-55 days from sowing to harvest

Harvest Time: Harvest when cucumbers reach 4-6 inches for ideal pickling size and flavor.