Armenian Cucumber Seeds (Cucumis melo) – Heirloom, Crisp & Sweet - Grow Your Own Cucumbers

Enjoy fresh, crisp cucumbers with Armenian Cucumber seeds, an heirloom variety prized for its sweet flavor and tender texture. These seeds grow into vigorous, climbing vines producing long, smooth cucumbers ideal for fresh eating, salads, pickling, and culinary use. Perfect for gardeners looking for a high-yield, easy-to-grow heirloom vegetable.

Features:

1. Variety: Armenian Heirloom
2. Growth habit: Vigorous climbing vine
3. Fruit characteristics: Long, slender, crisp, sweet, and light green
4. Light requirements: Full sun
5. Soil requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
6. Suitable for: Garden beds, trellises, containers, and vertical gardening

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO seeds
2. Planting Season: Spring to early summer
3. Zones: USDA Zones 4–11
4. Planting Depth: 0.5 inch (12 mm)
5. Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) between plants
6. Germination Time: 7–14 days
7. Days to Harvest: 50–70 days after sowing
8. Vine Length: Up to 6–10 feet (180–300 cm)
9. Temperature: Prefers warm climates, 70–85°F (21–29°C)
10. Watering: Moderate, consistent moisture for optimal growth
11. Maintenance: Provide trellis or vertical support; prune to improve airflow and fruit production

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly in warm soil or start indoors 2–4 weeks before last frost.
2. Keep soil moist until germination.
3. Transplant seedlings outdoors or into containers when temperatures are consistently warm.
4. Provide trellis or vertical support for climbing growth.
5. Harvest cucumbers when mature but still tender for best flavor and texture.

Benefits:

1. Heirloom variety with crisp, sweet flavor
2. High-yielding, vigorous climbing vine
3. Easy-to-grow for home gardens, containers, and vertical gardening
4. Ideal for fresh eating, salads, pickling, and culinary use