{"product_id":"pickling-cucumber","title":"Pickling cucumber seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe pickling cucumber is a vigorous and reliable variety, known for its exceptional productivity and great versatility. The tender young fruits are crunchy and bitterness-free, making them excellent for fresh consumption. Harvested at medium size, they are perfect for canning, thanks to their firm texture and excellent flavor retention. And for those you forget to harvest? The riper fruits develop a pleasant lemony note and are delicious peeled and sliced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere can pickling cucumbers be grown?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickling cucumbers grow well in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil in zones 3 to 9. They are ideal in a sunny garden bed or a large container, with space to spread or climb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHistory and traditional uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCucumbers have been cultivated for thousands of years in Asia and the Mediterranean basin, appreciated for their hydrating properties and culinary versatility. This variety was selected for northern climates where a short season and cool nights require quick and reliable production. Pickling cucumbers are a cornerstone of preservation traditions worldwide, allowing summer harvests to be extended through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation by zone in Canada\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZones 8–9: Direct sow after the last frost; full sun and regular watering.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5–7: Start indoors 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost, then transplant when the soil is warm.\u003cbr\u003eZones 3–4: Greenhouse or protected area cultivation recommended; transplant after frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1978\" data-start=\"1678\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2025\" data-start=\"1980\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to grow and harvest pickling cucumbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sow seeds 2 cm (¾ in) deep, spacing them 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 in) in rows or mounds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep the soil consistently moist without overwatering; use mulch to retain moisture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pick young cucumbers regularly to encourage continuous production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Install a trellis if space is limited; frequent harvesting prevents over-ripening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed saving tips for future supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Allow a few cucumbers to ripen completely on the plant until they turn yellow and soft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Extract the seeds, then ferment them in water for 2 to 3 days to remove the gelatinous layer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRinsing and drying\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rinse thoroughly and dry the seeds on paper or a screen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Store in a cool, dry, dark place. Seeds remain viable for 5 to 7 years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644644680048,"sku":"MF-CUCUMBER-005","price":29.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/magic_edit_TUFISDFtZlBJbjgjMSNlOGJmYzU5MWRhZWNjM2ViNjk4MTM2NmEwMGU5MzQxYiMxMDg0IyNUUkFOU0ZPUk1BVElPTl9SRVFVRVNU.jpg?v=1777096900","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-cn\/products\/pickling-cucumber","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}