Thompson & Morgan RHS Collection : RHS Collection Cucumber : Masterpiece Seeds
An early and reliable British selection for outdoor growing, producing heavy crops of dark green skinned, slightly spined, 20cm (8in) fruits with crisp white flesh. Tender and perfect for summer salads.
Sow from April to May, 2.5cm (1 inch) deep in pots or trays of good seed compost at 68F (20C) under glass or in a propagator. Protect emerging seedlings from direct sunlight to avoid scorching. Alternatively sow direct outdoors, 2.5cm (1 inch) deep fro
Pot on individual seedlings into 7.5cm (3 inch) pots of compost and keep barely moist to avoid stem rot. Maintain a temperature of about 20C (68F). Plant out 75x75cm (30x30 inches) apart once frost risk passed. If space is limited train up supports/net
Do not remove male flowers as outdoor varieties need pollination. Feed with potash fertiliser once fruiting commences and water and mulch regularly. Pick fruits whilst young and tender, older fruits can become bitter.
Flowering Period: Cropping: 75 Days
Plant Type: Vegetable
25 seeds
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