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Cucumis sativus
- Full Sun
- 65 Days to Maturation
- Approx. 20 Seeds
- Heirloom
- Up to 1’ tall
- 99% Germination Rate (2023 test)
Also known as cucamelons, mousemelon or sandita, native to the Americas are grape-sized cucumber-like fruit that are crunchy and excellent fresh or pickled.
Companions: Asparagus, Beans, Lettuce
Growing Instructions:
Germinates best at 29°C in moist soil.
Plant Spacing : 12-24" apart. Row Spacing: 5-6' apart.
Direct seed or transplant one week after all danger of frost has passed. Transplant: Sow seeds 3-4 weeks before planting date at ½” depth. Transplant when seedlings have 1-2 true leaves. Prefers well drained soil high in organic matter. Benefits from being trained onto a trellis.
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Description
Cucumis sativus
- Full Sun
- 65 Days to Maturation
- Approx. 20 Seeds
- Heirloom
- Up to 1’ tall
- 99% Germination Rate (2023 test)
Also known as cucamelons, mousemelon or sandita, native to the Americas are grape-sized cucumber-like fruit that are crunchy and excellent fresh or pickled.
Companions: Asparagus, Beans, Lettuce
Growing Instructions:
Germinates best at 29°C in moist soil.
Plant Spacing : 12-24" apart. Row Spacing: 5-6' apart.
Direct seed or transplant one week after all danger of frost has passed. Transplant: Sow seeds 3-4 weeks before planting date at ½” depth. Transplant when seedlings have 1-2 true leaves. Prefers well drained soil high in organic matter. Benefits from being trained onto a trellis.
