The Lemon Cucumber is a unique and fun variety of cucumber that looks like a small lemon but tastes just like a regular cucumber. These round, yellow fruits are perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your garden, salads, and pickling projects. With 100 seeds included, you can grow your own batch of these refreshing cucumbers that offer a crisp, mild taste with a citrus-like twist. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a beginner, lemon cucumbers are easy to grow and a great addition to any vegetable patch.
Key Features:
- Unique Lemon Shape: These cucumbers are round and yellow in color, resembling lemons, but with the refreshing taste of cucumbers.
- Crisp & Mild Flavor: The taste is sweet, mild, and not too bitter, making them perfect for fresh eating and adding to salads.
- Versatile Use: Great for fresh snacks, salads, pickling, or even for garnishing.
- High Yielding: Expect abundant fruits from each plant, providing plenty of cucumbers to enjoy throughout the growing season.
- Easy to Grow: Lemon cucumbers are easy to cultivate, even for beginners, and thrive in a variety of growing conditions.
Growing Information:
Planting Instructions:
- Plant seeds 1 inch deep in well-drained soil after the last frost date in your area.
- Space plants 2-3 feet apart to allow for healthy vine growth.
- Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy, especially during dry spells.
Soil and Light Requirements:
- These cucumbers thrive in full sun with rich, well-draining soil.
- Prefers soil with a neutral pH, so amend soil with compost or organic matter for the best results.
Temperature Requirements:
- Lemon cucumbers grow best in warm temperatures of 70-85°F (21-29°C). They are frost-sensitive, so make sure to plant them after the threat of frost has passed.
Features of the Lemon Cucumber:
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Size:
- Each cucumber grows to about 3-4 inches in diameter, making them perfect for slicing, snacking, or pickling.
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Fruit Characteristics:
- Bright yellow skin with a firm, crunchy flesh inside.
- The flavor is mild and sweet, with no bitterness, making them ideal for fresh use in salads or sandwiches.
Uses & Benefits:
- Perfect for Fresh Eating: These cucumbers are fantastic for fresh snacking, in salads, or sliced in sandwiches.
- Pickling: They are ideal for pickling, giving a fun twist to your jars of homemade pickles.
- Fun and Decorative: Their unique lemon-like appearance makes them a fun conversation piece in your garden or at a farmer’s market stand.
- Compact Growth: They can be grown in containers or small garden spaces, making them a great option for urban gardening.
Growing Zones:
- Suitable for USDA Zones 3-10, lemon cucumbers love the warm summer growing season.
Conclusion:
Add a bit of whimsy and flavor to your garden with 100 Lemon Cucumber Seeds! These cucumbers are easy to grow, produce a high yield, and are perfect for fresh eating, pickling, and garnishing. Order now to start growing your own batch of these refreshing, mild, and lemon-like cucumbers in your garden today!