CUCUMBER ‘Crystal Apple’ Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
- Heirloom variety known for its round, apple-like appearance with pale green skin.
- Mild and refreshing flavor, ideal for fresh eating, salads, and pickling.
- Produces a prolific yield of small, crisp cucumbers throughout the growing season.
- Grows well in various conditions, including garden beds and containers.
- Highly resistant to common cucumber diseases, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners.
- Best harvested when cucumbers are around the size of a small apple for optimal flavor.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Annual vine
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: September – December
- Subtropical:August – February
- Tropical:All year round
- Cool:September – December
- Arid: September – December
- Germination: 7 – 10 days
- Depth: 1 – 2 cm deep
- Position: Full sun
- Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or containers
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6 – 7
- Spacing: 30 – 40 cm between plants
Details:
- Water consistently to keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging.
- Harvest regularly to encourage continuous production of cucumbers.
Harvest:
55 – 65 days after sowing