Boston Pickling Cucumber Seeds

Key Features:

• Classic Pickling Variety: Produces uniform, tender cucumbers ideal for making crunchy pickles.

• Heirloom & Non-GMO: Naturally bred and open-pollinated seeds trusted by gardeners for generations.

• High Yielding: Vigorous vines produce an abundance of cucumbers throughout the growing season.

• Early Maturing: Fruits are ready to harvest in just 50–60 days.

• Dual Purpose: Great for both pickling and fresh salads.

• Adaptable Growth: Suitable for containers, trellises, or open-field cultivation.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus

• Common Name (US): Boston Pickling Cucumber

• Plant Type: Annual Fruiting Vine

• Fruit Size: 3–6 inches long, uniform green cucumbers

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–11 (as annual)

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained soil rich in organic matter

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.0

• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist

• Bloom Season: Late Spring to Summer

• Harvest Season: Summer to Early Fall

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, Heirloom Variety

• Temperature for Germination: 70–85°F (21–29°C)

• Germination Time: 7–10 days

• Planting Depth: ½ inch (1.3 cm)

• Spacing: 12 inches apart in rows 3–4 feet apart

• Pollination: Insect-pollinated

• Lifespan: Annual

• Uses: Pickling, fresh salads, juicing, container gardening

Planting Guide:

1. Seed Starting: Direct sow after frost danger passes and soil temperature is above 70°F.

2. Soil Preparation: Work in compost or well-rotted manure before planting.

3. Planting Depth: Sow ½ inch deep in moist, fertile soil.

4. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruiting.

5. Support: Grow on a trellis for straighter fruits and better air circulation.

6. Fertilization: Feed with a balanced organic fertilizer once vines start producing.

7. Harvesting: Pick cucumbers regularly when 3–6 inches long to encourage continuous yield.