National Pickling
Cucumber · Pickling
Heirloom
Cucumis sativus
★ 5.01 review · 1 source
Cucurbitaceae (Gourd family) · Genus: Cucumis
About
Very high-yielding vines feature blocky fruit that is crispy and tender-skinned. It holds its quality longer than most varieties. When harvested young, it is a top-notch selection for pickling.
Characteristics
Color
Green
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist but Well Drained
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Germination
8–10 days
at 60–105 °F
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Days to Maturity
55 days
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
0-2 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
12-14 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.5 in
Row Spacing
48–72 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–95 °F
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Soil Temp
60–105 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F
When to Plant in Your Area
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Planting and Care Instructions
In full sun, sow a few seeds over a hill 12 inches tall and 2 feet across with well-drained soil. For smaller gardens, plant alongside a fence or trellis. When plants are 2 inches tall, thin to 3 plants per hill. Plant at 3-week intervals up to midsummer for fresh cucumbers all season. Keep fruits picked.
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Marcus SchulzZone 6a
★★★★★August 26, 2026