Grow authentic heirloom Boston Pickling Cucumbers at home with these premium seeds. Known for their crisp texture and perfect size for pickling, these cucumbers are ideal for backyard vegetable patches, raised beds, and kitchen gardens.
Features:
- Non-GMO heirloom seeds for safe and sustainable gardening.
- High germination rate ensures a productive harvest.
- Produces uniform, dark green cucumbers with crisp texture.
- Compact vine growth suitable for trellises, raised beds, and small spaces.
- Resistant to common cucumber pests and adaptable to garden conditions.
Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus
- Variety / Cultivar: Boston Pickling
- Season: Spring and Summer
- Zones: 3-9
- Plant Type: Vine / Annual
- GMO/Organic Status: Non-GMO, Heirloom
- Pollination Type: Open-pollinated
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun (6-8 hours per day)
- Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil with pH 6.0–7.0
- Sowing Depth: ½ inch (1.3 cm)
- Row Spacing: 36 inches (90 cm)
- Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches (30–45 cm) apart
- Germination Time: 7-10 days
- Days to Harvest: 50-60 days from sowing
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid waterlogging
Planting Guide:
- Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 3-4 weeks before.
- Plant seeds ½ inch deep in fertile, well-draining soil.
- Space plants 12–18 inches apart with rows 36 inches apart.
- Provide support for vines with trellises or allow them to sprawl.
- Harvest cucumbers when 3–5 inches long for optimal pickling quality.
Benefits:
- Easy-to-grow, high-yield heirloom seeds perfect for home vegetable patches.
- Produces crisp, flavorful cucumbers ideal for pickling or fresh consumption.
- Compact vine growth suitable for trellises, raised beds, and small gardens.
