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National Pickling Cucumber Seeds - Perfect for Crisp Pickles, Vigorous Vines, Excellent Flavor, Heirloom Variety, Non-GMO
$4.99 CAD
Maturity

55 Days
Sunlight

Full Sun
Watering

Regular

Difficulty

Easy to grow
Life cycle

Annual
Grow Zones

4 - 9

Quick Reference

Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones describe the average minimum winter temperature for a region. They tell you where a plant can reliably survive outdoors. For example, Zone 5 can handle colder winters than Zone 9. Matching a plant to your zone increases the chance of long-term success.

Days

  • For food crops: Days to maturity is the expected number of days from planting to first harvest. This helps gardeners plan their growing season and time their harvests.
  • For non-food plants: Days to germination indicates how long it usually takes seeds to sprout under normal conditions. This is key for starting seeds successfully.

Types

  • F1 (Hybrid): A cross between two parent varieties. Hybrids are bred for vigor, uniformity, and specific traits such as disease resistance. Seeds saved from F1 plants don’t grow true to type. That means if you try to regrow them from seed, the plant won't necessarily be the same as last year's
  • OP (Open-Pollinated): Varieties that naturally pollinate and remain stable across generations. Seeds can be saved and replanted with consistent results.
  • HM (Heirloom): An open-pollinated variety that has been handed down for many generations. Heirlooms are valued for flavor, tradition, and genetic diversity.

Grows

  • Outdoors: Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, or open soil, where natural conditions are stable.
  • Windowsill: Compact plants that thrive in containers indoors, often needing only modest light.
  • Anywhere: Highly adaptable plants that perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Lifecycle

  • Annual: Grows, flowers, sets seed, and dies in one growing season. Many vegetables and flowers are annuals.
  • Perennial: Lives for multiple years, regrowing each season after going dormant. Often used in landscaping or long-term food crops.
  • Sp. Perennial (Self-Perennializing): A plant that reseeds itself or self-pollinates, giving the effect of perennial growth even if individual plants live shorter lives.

Size

Indicates the recommended container size or soil depth for best growth.

  • “X″ Pot”: The ideal pot diameter (e.g., 5″ Pot), ensuring enough root space.
  • DS (Deep Soil): Requires planting directly in the ground or in a deep raised bed, as shallow pots restrict growth.
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  • Ideal Size and Texture: Produces perfect 15 cm (6 in) blunt-ended cucumbers with a crisp texture, ideal for pickling.
  • Growth Requirements: Thrives on trellises or fences, needing full sun and moderate watering. Germinates best at 22°C (72°F)
  • Quick Harvest: Ready for pickling at 5 cm (2 in) and excellent for slicing when fully grown. Germinates in 7 to 10 days.
  • Culinary Delight: Excellent for creating crunchy dills or adding a fresh slice to salads and sandwiches.
  • Robust and Adaptable: Hardy vines resistant to common cucumber pests, thriving in both cool and warm climates.

Discover the joy of home gardening with our Heirloom National Pickling Cucumber Seeds. These seeds produce vigorous vines that yield crisp, flavorful cucumbers perfect for pickling or slicing. Ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners, this non-GMO variety thrives in full sun and requires regular watering for optimal growth.

Plant these seeds outdoors after the last frost, or start indoors for an earlier harvest. With a quick germination period of 7-10 days, you'll soon enjoy the satisfaction of home-grown cucumbers. Whether you're making crunchy dills or adding fresh slices to your salads, these cucumbers are sure to delight your taste buds. Embrace the tradition of pickling with this robust and adaptable variety!
Size
How much seed do I need?

Seeds per gram: 35
Average germination rate: 90%

Package sizes

  • 3 Grams — 105 seeds — 95 plants — covers about 95–143 row ft (29–44 m) at 30–45 cm (12–18 in) spacing
  • 12.5 Grams — 438 seeds — 394 plants — covers about 394–591 row ft (120–180 m) at 30–45 cm (12–18 in) spacing
  • 25 Grams — 875 seeds — 788 plants — covers about 788–1,182 row ft (240–360 m) at 30–45 cm (12–18 in) spacing
  • 125 Grams — 4,375 seeds — 3,938 plants — covers about 3,938–5,907 row ft (1,200–1,800 m) at 30–45 cm (12–18 in) spacing
  • 500 Grams — 17,500 seeds — 15,750 plants — covers about 15,750–23,625 row ft (4,800–7,200 m) at 30–45 cm (12–18 in) spacing

Plant growth and coverage

  • Vigorous vining habit; ideal for trellises and fences
  • Vine length: 1.8–2.4 m (6–8 ft) on support
  • Spread: 90–150 cm (3–5 ft) if untrellised
  • Spacing: 30–45 cm (12–18 in) between plants; 1.2–1.8 m (4–6 ft) between rows

Choosing a packet size

  • 3 Grams is perfect for home gardeners growing on a couple of trellis panels or in small beds, or for a few rounds of succession sowing.
  • 12.5 Grams suits larger home or community gardens planning multiple short rows for steady pickling harvests.
  • 25 Grams works well for big family plots or small market growers trialing a dedicated pickling row or two.
  • 125 Grams is ideal for market gardeners and CSAs planting multiple beds for continuous weekly production.
  • 500 Grams is best for commercial fields, contract growers, or u-pick farms aiming for large-scale, successive plantings.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Sow National Pickling Cucumber seeds outdoors after the last frost. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep and 4-6 inches apart in rows spaced 48 inches apart.

For germination, maintain soil temperatures between 70-95°F (21-35°C). Seeds typically germinate in 7-10 days. Transplant seedlings when they have two sets of true leaves, ensuring to harden them off gradually by exposing them to outdoor conditions.

Provide regular watering, especially during dry spells, and mulch to retain moisture. Use trellises for vertical growth to save space. Harvest cucumbers when they are about 5 cm for pickling or let them mature for slicing.
SHIPPING & RETURNS

In Canada, we use fast shipping from our Canadian warehouses. You can expect delivery in 1-3 days.

In the USA, We use our US warehouses, and you can expect your order in 1-3 days, too.

No postaged lettermail or slow shipping from across the world. No customs fees or orders withheld at the border. Tracking numbers for all orders.

We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Our return policy covers you for late, damaged or defective products.

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