Cucumber Crystal Apple (Reselected True Strain) Thompson & Morgan
£2.49
The ‘Crystal Apple’ Cucumber is a heritage variety that originates from Australia. The crops are prolific in growth if picked regularly when they are larger than golf ball size. The flesh is crisp and tender with a bitter free and sweet flavour.
Best grown outdoors, ‘Crystal Apple’ makes the perfect trailing plant, on the ground or supported by trellis. They crop over a long period if picked regularly.
Sow from mid April to early June under glass. Transplant outdoors when your seedlings are large enough. Plant with mixed flowers as both types are required when pollinating.
Position in a location with well-drained, moist, rich soil with full sunlight. When the weather is colder, cover with cloches.
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The ‘Crystal Apple’ Cucumber is a heritage variety that originates from Australia. The crops are prolific in growth if picked regularly when they are larger than golf ball size. The flesh is crisp and tender with a bitter free and sweet flavour.
Best grown outdoors, ‘Crystal Apple’ makes the perfect trailing plant, on the ground or supported by trellis. They crop over a long period if picked regularly.
Sow from mid April to early June under glass. Transplant outdoors when your seedlings are large enough. Plant with mixed flowers as both types are required when pollinating.
Position in a location with well-drained, moist, rich soil with full sunlight. When the weather is colder, cover with cloches.
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