best cucumber seeds to plant Straight Eight CucumberDescription Straight Eight Cucumber Seeds 150+ Heirloom Non GMO Seeds by Islas Garden Seeds, Crisp & Tender, High Yield, 90% Germination Rate, Perfect for Slicing, Easy to Grow, Great for Home Gardens or Gift Cucumis sativus "Straight Eight" Straight Eight Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is a classic heirloom variety known for its smooth, straight fruits that grow 78 inches long with crisp, refreshing flavor. Highly productive and dependable, this cucumber

Description

Straight Eight Cucumber Seeds – 150+ Heirloom Non-GMO Seeds by Isla’s Garden Seeds, Crisp & Tender, High-Yield, 90% Germination Rate, Perfect for Slicing, Easy to Grow, Great for Home Gardens or Gift

Cucumis sativus "Straight Eight"

Straight Eight Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is a classic heirloom variety known for its smooth, straight fruits that grow 7–8 inches long with crisp, refreshing flavor. Highly productive and dependable, this cucumber thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, making it a favorite for home gardens. Its uniform shape and tender texture make it perfect for slicing into salads, sandwiches, or enjoying fresh from the garden. Vigorous vines yield consistently over the season, providing gardeners with a steady harvest of delicious cucumbers.

Type: Annual
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1”
Spacing: 12”
Water: Moderate
Days to Maturity/Bloom: 50-65 days
Height: 3-4' vining
Zones: 3-12

🌱 Planting Instructions

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Cucumbers can be vining or bush types. Bush varieties are great for growing in containers. Vining varieties are perfect for trellises on decks and patios.

Start cucumbers indoors 3 weeks before the expected last frost. They are very susceptible to the cold so do not plant seeds outdoors until the soil is 70F. Only transplant starts when all danger of frost is gone. Two weeks after the last frost is the best time.

Sow seeds 1" deep and 2-3' apart in rows 1-2' apart. Vine varieties that are going to be trellised can be planted at the base of the trellis in mounds 1-2' apart. Put 2-3 seeds in each mound. Vines can get quite long and need to be handled carefully because the roots are shallow. Set up the trellis before planting and weed gently so as not to disturb roots. Cucumbers must be planted in full sun.

Water plants consistently and frequently, 1-2" per week. If watering is inconsistent or not enough, the fruit will be bitter. Pick cucumbers every few days during peak harvest – they grow fast and will produce lots if they are consistently harvested.

Type: Annual
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1”
Spacing: 12”
Water: Moderate
Days to Maturity/Bloom: 50-65 days
Height: 3-4' vining
Zones: 3-12

USDA Zone Map

Straight Eight Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) grows best in USDA Zones 3-12, flourishing in warm-season gardens with full sun and well-draining soil.

Type: Annual
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1”
Spacing: 12”
Water: Moderate
Days to Maturity/Bloom: 50-65 days
Height: 3-4' vining
Zones: 3-12