Cucumis sativus var. anguria
pickling cucumber
Common names: spice cucumber, shell cucumber
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Description
The pickling cucumber is a small-fruited cucumber ideal for jar preservation—short, robust, and with a firm rind, perfect for pickling with dill and mustard seeds. It grows low to the ground and produces abundant fruit for weeks in warm weather. A classic heirloom variety for the home garden is 'Vorgebirgstrauben'.
Care instructions
Sow from mid‑May (week 20) directly into a warm, wind‑protected spot with humus‑rich soil. Water only with hand‑warm water at the roots, as cold water promotes bitterness and powdery mildew. Harvest the small fruits regularly—ideally daily—to keep them tender and to encourage continuous flowering.
Companion planting
Diseases & pests
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Peronosporaceae
Peronosporaceae
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