A superb variety, producing many straight and exceptionally flavoured cucumbers. It will grow in any sunny open spot protected from the winds and is particularly suitable for raising in large pots on balconies and patios. Cucumbers do best in a well prepared soil with added fertiliser.

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Sow 12mm (half-inch) deep, direct in final position.
Spacing: Allow 100cm (3ft) between rows and 40-50cm (16-20in) between clumps.
Thinning: Sow 4-5 seeds in clumps, later thin to two strongest seedlings.
Growing notes: At 5 or 6 leaves pinch out the growing tips to encourage side shoots. Keep well watered and prepare the soil with organic material and or complete fertiliser.

Growing Needs

Water: Keep well watered and prepare the soil with organic material and or complete fertiliser

Plant Characteristics

Uses: It will grow in any sunny open spot protected from the winds and is particularly suitable for raising in large pots on balconies and patios
Suitable for pots: Yes