Armenian Pale Green Cucumber Seeds grow long, crisp cucumbers known for their sweet, refreshing flavor and tender texture. This Non-GMO heirloom type thrives in home gardens, raised beds, and containers. Popular for its vigorous vining habit and resistance to warm-climate stress, Armenian Pale Green cucumbers are excellent for fresh eating, salads, and light pickling. Their pale green ribbed skin and high productivity make them a favorite choice for gardeners seeking a reliable and flavorful cucumber variety.
Features
- Produces long, pale green cucumbers with sweet, refreshing flavor
- Non-GMO seeds with excellent germination rates
- Heat-tolerant heirloom type ideal for warm climates
- Suitable for gardens, raised beds, and containers
- Perfect for fresh eating, salads, and light pickling
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Specifications
- Botanical Name: Cucumis melo var. flexuosus
- Common Name (U.S.): Armenian Cucumber
- Seed Type: Non-GMO heirloom long cucumber
- Season: Warm season annual
- Zones: USDA Zones 3–11
- Plant Type: Annual vining plant
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Growth Habit: Vigorous vine, benefits from trellising
- Fruit Characteristics: Long, pale green, ribbed, tender cucumbers
- Maturity: 60–70 days
- Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours or more)
- Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-draining soil; pH 6.0–7.0
- Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Temperature Range: 70–95°F
- Sowing Depth: 1/2 inch
- Spacing: 18–24 inches between plants; 36–48 inches between rows
- Important Notes: Technically a melon species but grown and used like a cucumber; thrives in heat; trellising recommended for straighter fruit.
Planting Guide
- Plant seeds outdoors after the final frost when soil is at least 70°F.
- For earlier harvest, start indoors 3–4 weeks before transplanting.
- Choose a full-sun, well-draining location or large container.
- Keep soil consistently moist throughout germination and growth.
- Use trellis support to improve airflow and produce straighter fruit.
- Mulch around the base to prevent weeds and retain moisture.
- Harvest when long, pale green, and tender for optimal sweetness and texture.
