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Cucumber Seeds (Organic) - Tendergreen Burpless
Estimated delivery between February 09 and February 12.
Premium Organic Cucumbers for Fresh, Sweet, and Crisp Flavor
The Tendergreen Burpless Organic Cucumber is a highly popular variety known for its smooth, tender skin and mild, non-bitter taste. Grown from certified organic seeds, this cucumber is perfect for gardeners looking to produce fresh, delicious cucumbers with no bitterness and an excellent flavor for raw eating. Its burpless nature makes it ideal for those who want a cucumber that is easy to digest and refreshing.
Key Benefits
- Organic: Certified organic seeds free from synthetic chemicals, pesticides, and herbicides, ensuring a natural and healthy crop.
- Burpless: The Tendergreen Burpless variety is known for its smooth skin and mild flavor with little to no bitterness, making it perfect for fresh eating.
- Sweet and Tender: Offers a sweet, crisp texture that remains tender even when fully mature, making it a favorite for salads and sandwiches.
- High Yield: Produces an abundant crop of high-quality cucumbers throughout the growing season.
- Disease Resistance: Known for its resistance to common cucumber diseases like powdery mildew and downy mildew, making it a resilient choice for gardeners.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- Spring/Summer: Start planting after the last frost and when soil temperatures are around 65°F (18°C) or higher.
Planting Details
- Depth: Plant seeds about 1 inch deep.
- Spacing: Space plants about 12 inches apart to give them room to grow and produce high-quality fruit.
- Light: Needs full sun, ideally 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day.
- Soil: Prefers loamy, well-draining soil rich in organic matter with a pH of 6.0-7.0. Adding compost will improve soil quality.
Watering and Care
- Watering: Water consistently to keep the soil moist but avoid overwatering. Cucumber plants prefer a deep watering once or twice a week.
- Mulching: Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize with an organic balanced fertilizer or compost before planting, and apply a side dressing of compost after the first few weeks of growth.
- Trellising: Though a bush variety, using a trellis or cage helps keep the plants off the ground, improving airflow and preventing disease.
Harvesting
- Maturity: This cucumber variety reaches maturity in about 50-55 days after planting.
- Size for Harvest: Harvest cucumbers when they are 6-8 inches long for the best flavor and texture. Overripe cucumbers can become soft and lose their sweet taste.
- Regular Harvesting: Pick cucumbers regularly to encourage continuous fruit production and maintain the plant’s health.
Uses
- Fresh Eating: The Tendergreen Burpless cucumber is ideal for fresh eating, perfect for slicing into salads, sandwiches, or simply enjoying on its own.
- Pickling: Though not traditionally bred for pickling, they can still be used for quick pickles or refrigerator pickles if desired.
- Smoothies & Juices: Great for adding a refreshing element to smoothies or juices due to their mild flavor and high water content.
Coverage
- Packet: A packet of Tendergreen Burpless Organic Cucumber seeds typically covers around 15-20 square feet when planted according to recommended spacing.
Why Choose Tendergreen Burpless Organic Cucumbers?
The Tendergreen Burpless Organic Cucumber is the go-to choice for gardeners seeking easy-to-grow, non-bitter cucumbers with an excellent taste. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced grower, these organic seeds ensure that you will have a high-yielding, sweet, and crisp cucumber crop. Free from bitterness and perfect for fresh consumption, this variety is ideal for anyone who loves fresh cucumbers in their meals while maintaining a sustainable, organic approach.