{"product_id":"cucumber-seeds-garden-bush-pickle-f1-hybrid-organic","title":"Cucumber Seeds - Garden Bush Pickle F1 Hybrid (organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003e50 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e. Organic Garden Bush Pickle Hybrid Cucumber Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, monoecious, pickling cucumber. Suitable for growing in fields, containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses (with pollinators). Resistant to Cucumber Mosaic Virus, Powdery Mildew, and Scab. Ideal pickling cucumber. Garden Bush Pickle F1 was bred especially for space-saving gardens and containers. The fruits are cylindrical and grow to be 4 to 5 inches long. If you are looking for a great pickling cucumber that can be grown in small spaces, then Garden Bush Pickle F1 is the cucumber for you. ~1020 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/the-vegetable-growing-guide-from-true-leaf-market\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, this is the preferred method for growing cucumber seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. While direct sowing is preferred, starting indoors is common. Start 3-4 weeks before transplanting. Cucumbers need warm air and soil temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCucumber Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pickling - Pickling cucumbers typically are shorter, have a thinner, bumpy, or warty skin. While they can be eaten fresh and in salads, they are preferred for pickling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCucumber Pollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoecious - These cucumbers produce both male and female flowers. While insects carry out pollination activity, you may hand-pollinate to increase the likelihood of fruit set. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early - Ready around 40-54 days from sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact vine. Cucumbers can grow along the soil surface, but are often healthier with a vertical support to promote airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The hairy leaves and prickly spines of cucumbers generally lead deer to pursue other plants first. However, deer will eat them if there aren’t more appetizing options nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cucumbers prefer rich, well-draining soils with a pH of 6-6.8. Consistent watering is required for abundant yields.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer 64-86 F. Cucumbers do not tolerate frost and often become damaged at temperatures below 50F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75-85 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e This variety is resistant to Cucumber Mosaic Virus, Powdery Mildew, and Scab. Cucumbers are generally known to be susceptible to snails, aphids, cutworms, spider mites, squash vine borers, and cucumber beetles. Common diseases include powdery mildew and cucumber mosaic virus. Reduce the effects of pests and disease by practicing crop rotation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Bush Pickle Hybrid Cucumber Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Bush Pickle Hybrid Cucumber Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mildly sweet, crisp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Fields, Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Organic Garden Bush Pickle F1 Hybrid Cucumber in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCucumbers perform best when directly sown 1-2 weeks after your last frost date, but may be started 3-4 weeks before transplanting. Sow 1 inch deep, 12-18 inches apart, with rows spaced 48 inches. Grow in a location with rich, well-draining soil and full sun. While cucumbers can be left to sprawl across the soil, supporting them vertically with a trellis can promote healthy growth and airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCucumbers are mostly water and perform best with consistent watering applications. As a monoecious type, these plants will produce both male and female flowers. Insect or hand pollination is required for fruit development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Garden Bush Pickle Hybrid Cucumber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarden Bush Pickle hybrid cucumbers produce 4-5 inch cylindrical fruits. Cucumbers produce more prolifically when they are harvested frequently while young. Allowing fruits to become overly mature may reduce overall yields. Remove cucumbers using harvesting or pruning shears and avoid pulling them from the plant to prevent damage to your harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Organic Garden Bush Pickle Hybrid Cucumber Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis container-friendly cucumber variety will make the perfect addition to your patio, balcony, or container garden as it has a compact vining habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"To protect young cucumber plants from cucumber beetles, cover them with a floating row cover until flowers begin to form.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/ashleigh-smith-compressed_480x480.jpg?v=1654009527\" alt=\"Ashleigh Smith\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Ashleigh Smith, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOrganic Garden Bush Pickle Hybrid Cucumber Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 g Packet - Approximately 100 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 1,020 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 4,100 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 16,400 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n","brand":"Sustainable Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":50207970230509,"sku":"77932","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6048\/0493\/files\/1782838618_cucumber_garden_bush_pickle_f1_organic_comp_0eb1f4a4-301f-40a1-9623-497c9cc7d017.jpg?v=1783009484","url":"https:\/\/tlmwholesale.com\/products\/cucumber-seeds-garden-bush-pickle-f1-hybrid-organic","provider":"True Leaf Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}