60 DAYS
Cucumis sativus
One of the top slicers ever grown, the Straight 8 cucumber features a smooth, dark green skin that envelops crisp, juicy white flesh. The small and solid seed mass makes it a gardener's choice for fresh eating, ensuring maximum enjoyment with every bite. This reliable bearer earned the All America Selection Award in 1935, and its performance in the garden continues to impress.
Size: Mature plants typically reach heights of 12 to 24 in. with fruits averaging 8 in. long.
Yield: Produces abundant, consistent crops throughout the season, making it ideal for both home gardens and market production.
Taste: Crisp and refreshing with a mildly sweet flavour, perfect for salads or sandwiches.
How to use: Enjoy raw in salads, sandwiches, or as a refreshing snack. Excellent for pickling as well.
Planting tips: Sow seeds 1 in. deep in well-drained soil after the last frost, spacing plants 12 to 18 in. apart in full sun for optimal growth.
Harvest tips: Harvest when cucumbers are firm and dark green, before they reach full size for the best taste and texture.
Pelleted seed.
