Straight Eight Cucumber
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Straight Eight Cucumber was an All American Selections winner in 1935. A real superstar, most likely the most recognized cucumber variety with home gardeners.
Straight Eight Cucumber History
Straight Eight Cucumber was an All American Selections winner in 1935. A real superstar, most likely the most recognized cucumber variety with home gardeners.
Asian in origin, cucumbers have been cultivated since ancient times. Notably, these frost-tender annual vines thrive in the warmth and sunshine of summer. They have large, broadly lobed leaves that are green and scratchy to the touch.
Straight Eight Cucumbers Growing
Widely adapted, does well in virtually any condition with proper care. Select a site with full sun. Cucumbers need warmth and lots of light. Cucumbers also require fertile soil. Mix in compost and/or aged manure before planting to a depth of 2 inches and work into the soil 6 to 8 inches deep. In addition, make sure that the soil is moist and well-drained, not soggy and compacted. This article will provide you with some more info on caring for your Straight Eight Cucumbers.
Preserving and Storing Your Heirloom Straight Eight Cucumber Plant For Later Use
Deep green cylindrical fruits are 8″ long and 2-2.5″ wide. On the whole, these cucumbers are of excellent quality for canning or fresh eating. Here’s some extra tips on storing your cucumbers effectively.
Cooking With Heirloom Straight Eight Cucumber
Take a look at this recipe for cooking your cucumbers.
Straight Eight Cucumber Nutrition
Cucumbers are low in calories but high in water and several important vitamins and minerals. Furthermore, eating cucumbers with the peel provides the maximum amount of nutrients. Check out these additional cucumber nutrition facts.
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Additional information
Weight | 0.01 lbs |
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Package Size | Packet (100 seeds), Packet (250 seeds), Packet (500 seeds), Eight Ounces, 4 Ounces |
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