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Cucumber – Straight Eight

$2.59

An older variety of slicing cucumber, still very popular in home gardens. It matures early and bears fruit abundantly, producing smooth, straight 8 inch long cucumbers. Approximately 65 days to maturity.

Approximately 60 seeds per packet.

Availability: 59 in stock

SOWING: For early plants start indoors in pots. Or seed directly into sunny area of garden after all danger of frost has passed. Cover seeds with 1/4 inch fine soil.

SPACING: In rows, leave 8 inches between plants; space rows 3 feet apart. Or place 6 to 8 seed in hills that are spaced 4 to 5 feet apart.

GERMINATION: Approximately one week in 70 degree temperatures; longer in cooler weather. Keep soil moderately moist during germination.

Ed’s Special Advice: Rich, well-drained soil is ideal for cucumbers. Excellent soil additive: processed manure or compost. Water deep and feed every 3 weeks. Can be grown on trellis or fence for support. Pick fruit carefully and regularly for continued harvest.

SEED SAVING: Remove seeds from ripe cucumber and soak in water in warm spot for three days or until seeds sink, to remove gel coating. Once cleaned, allow seeds to completely dry and store in cool, dry place. Varieties may cross pollinate if planted near each other.

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