Beit Alpha Persian Cucumber

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Beit Alpha is a classic Persian cucumber prized for its thin, tender skin, crisp texture, and exceptionally sweet flavor. Developed in Israel for hot, dry growing conditions, the v ariety is remarkably productive even during challenging summer weather. The smooth cucumbers have no need for peeling and remain mild and sweet without the bitterness sometimes found in other varieties. Beit Alpha is parthenocarpic, meaning it can set fruit without pollination. This makes it especially useful for greenhouse and protected growing, while also providing dependable fruit set when pollinator activity is limited. Plants are vigorous and heavily productive, often producing several cucumbers in a short period of time. The firm, crunchy fruit are excellent for fresh eating, slicing, and pickling. We especially enjoy harvesting them young as mini cucumbers, when their sweetness and crisp texture are at their peak. Allowed to grow larger, they develop into tender-skinned slicing cucumbers with the same excellent flavor. Easy to grow, heat tolerant, and exceptionally productive, Beit Alpha is a dependable choice for gardeners who want a crisp, sweet cucumber for both fresh eating and preserving. Approximately 55 days to harvest. Minimum 25 seeds per packet. Show more