A succulent, sweet and all female variety, it has superb cold tolerance making it'suitable for outdoor planting. Fruit vegetables including tomatoes, courgettes, cucumbers, pumpkins and sweet corn are key elements of a healthy diet, bringing us closer to a Mediterranean lifestyle. Investing in some seeds, soil and a few containers is an economical way to grow your own kitchen garden. Whether you have a small patio or a vast growing space, you can enjoy fresh produce readily available for salads, garnishes and healthy snacks. If you end up with an abundance of crop, you can share them with friends and family.
Characteristics:
When To Sow: February-May
When To Harvest: July-October
Soil Type: Fertile, moist soil or grow bags

Advice: Occasionally male flowers (those without a swelling behind the flower) may form, especially if plants become stressed, these should be removed as pollinated female flowers produce bitter fruits. When fruits start swelling, give a liquid feed every 4-5 weeks
Packet Contents: Average 20 seeds
Latin name: Cucumius sativus
Transplanting: If sowing indoors will need transplanting outdoors Johnsons' premium ranges of flower and vegetable packet seeds feature captivating flowers and authentic vegetables from around the world. No matter what the size of your growing space, either a spacious garden or a limited patio, the high quality of Johnsons' seeds cater for any needs.



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