55-65 Days to maturity. Cucumis sativus. Marketer Cucumber Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, 1943 AAS winning, monoecious, slicing cucumber. Suitable for growing in fields, containers (with support), garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses (with pollinators). Resistant to Cucumber Mosaic Virus. Produces cucumbers that are typically dark green with white spines and 9 inches in length. A great cucumber for pickling and salads, having a mild flavor with a hint of sweetness. A great choice for market growers and home gardeners. ~1,000 seeds/oz. Download Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF Latin Name: Cucumis sativus Hardiness Zone: Annual 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Days to Maturity: 55-65 Days to Germination: 6-10 Seeding Depth: 1 inch Direct Sow: Yes, this is the preferred method for growing cucumber seeds. Start Indoors: Yes, while direct sowing is the preferred method, starting indoors is common. Start 3-4 weeks before transplanting. Cucumbers need warm air and soil temperatures. Cucumber Type: Slicing - Slicing cucumbers typically are longer and have a thicker, smoother skin that is usually peeled off before eating. Ideal for eating fresh and in salads. Cucumber Pollination: Monoecious - These cucumbers produce both male and female flowers. While insects carry out pollination activity, you may hand-pollinate to increase the likelihood of fruit set. Growth Speed: Mid - Around 45-64 Days from sowing. Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches Row Spacing: 48 inches Plant Height: 18-30 inches Plant Width: 36-48 inches Plant Spread: 36-48 inches Growth Habit: Vining. Cucumbers can grow along the soil surface, but are often healthier with a vertical support to promote airflow. Deer Resistant: Yes. The hairy leaves and prickly spines of cucumbers generally lead deer to pursue other plants first. However, deer will eat them if there aren’t more appetizing options nearby. Soil Preference: Cucumbers prefer rich, well-draining soils with a pH of 6-6.8. Consistent watering is required for abundant yields. Temperature Preference: Warmer 64-86 F. Cucumbers do not tolerate frost and often become damaged at temperatures below 50F. Germination Temperature: 75-85 F Light Preference: Full Sun Pests and Diseases: This variety is resistant to Cucumber Mosaic Virus. Cucumbers are generally known to be susceptible to snails, aphids, cutworms, spider mites, squash vine borers, and cucumber beetles. Common diseases include powdery mildew and cucumber mosaic virus. Reduce the effects of pests and disease by practicing crop rotation. Marketer Cucumber Color: Deep green Marketer Cucumber Flavor: Classic, refreshing Garden Size: Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Fields, Containers (with support) Climate Tolerance: Growing Marketer Cucumber in the Vegetable Garden Cucumbers perform best when directly sown 1-2 weeks after your last frost date, but may be started 3-4 weeks before transplanting. Sow 1 inch deep, 12-18 inches apart, with rows spaced 48 inches. Grow in a location with rich, well-draining soil and full sun. While cucumbers can be left to sprawl across the soil, supporting them vertically with a trellis can promote healthy growth and airflow. Cucumbers are mostly water and perform best with consistent watering applications. As a monoecious type, this cucumber plant will produce both male and female flowers. Insect and hand pollination are key to fruit production. Harvesting Marketer Cucumber Harvest dark green fruits up to 9 inches long. Cucumbers produce more prolifically when they are harvested frequently while young. Allowing fruits to become overly mature may reduce overall yields. Remove cucumbers using harvesting or pruning shears and avoid pulling them from the plant to prevent damage to your harvest. About Marketer Cucumber Garden Seeds A 1943 National AAS winner. Tips From Our Gardeners "To protect young cucumber plants from cucumber beetles, cover them with a floating row cover until flowers begin to form." - Ashleigh Smith, True Leaf Market Writer Marketer Cucumber Seeds Per Package: 3 g - Wholesale - Approximately 100 Seeds 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 1,000 Seeds 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 4,000 Seeds 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 16,000 Seeds 5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 80,000 Seeds Non-GMO Marketer Cucumber seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
