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Cucumber - Crystal Lemon - 10 seeds
Cucumber - Crystal Lemon - 10 seeds
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Crystal Lemon cucumber is a unique and attractive variety of cucumber that is known for its round, yellow fruits that look like small lemons. This cucumber variety is an heirloom variety and is believed to have originated in the late 1800s. The fruits of the Crystal Lemon cucumber are crispy and juicy with a mild, sweet flavour and are perfect for salads or pickling. This plant is a climbing vine that can grow up to 6-8 feet long and prefers warm and sunny conditions with well-draining soil. The Crystal Lemon cucumber is easy to grow and requires little maintenance. It is also resistant to common cucumber diseases such as powdery mildew, making it a popular choice for gardeners. Overall, Crystal Lemon cucumbers are a fun and unique addition to any garden with its unusual appearance and delicious flavour.
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Planting Guide
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Sowing and Growing Guide
Crystal Lemon Cucumber
Indoor Sowing
- Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last expected frost date.
- Fill seed trays with seed starting mix and sow seeds 1/2 inch deep, 1-2 seeds per cell.
- Keep the soil moist and at a consistent temperature of 70-75°F.
- Seedlings should emerge in 7-10 days.
- Once seedlings have developed their first true leaves, thin them to one per cell.
- Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over a period of 7-10 days.
- Transplant seedlings outdoors when they are 3-4 inches tall and have at least two sets of true leaves.
Outdoor Sowing
- Sow seeds directly into the garden 1-2 weeks after the last expected frost date.
- Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil that has been amended with compost.
- Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 2-3 feet apart in rows spaced 3-4 feet apart.
- Keep the soil moist and weed-free.
- Thin seedlings when they are 3-4 inches tall, leaving 1 plant every 2-3 feet.
Growing
- Crystal Lemon cucumbers prefer well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Water consistently to keep soil evenly moist, especially during hot and dry weather.
- Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
- Support vines with trellises or stakes to keep fruits off the ground and to make harvesting easier.
- Harvest cucumbers when they are 3-4 inches long and have reached their full color.
- Store harvested cucumbers in a cool, dry place, such as a refrigerator.