Cucumber Persian No Peel
The Persian No Peel Cucumber is a smooth, tender variety that boasts a crisp, sweet flavor and requires no peeling for easy snacking. Its thin skin and firm, juicy flesh make it perfect for fresh salads or adding to dips. Harvest at 6-8 inches for the best taste, and it’s ideal for small gardens or container growing on patios.
Essentials for Success
For flourishing plants, use potting soil for potted plants or planting mix for garden beds paired with Root Zone starter fertilizer is the perfect duo to foster robust root growth and minimize transplant shock.
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Edible Qualities
The cucumber is an annual vegetable plant that is typically grown for its crisp, refreshing edible qualities. It produces long, green fruits with a mild, slightly sweet flavor, perfect for a variety of culinary uses. Cucumbers are usually ready for picking from mid-summer to early fall.
The cucumbers are most often used in the following ways:
- Eating Fresh
- Salads
- Pickling
- Sandwiches
- Cold Soups
- Smoothies
Care
Planting & Growing
Persian No Peel Cucumber will grow to be about 12-18 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 2-3 feet. When planted in rows, individual plants should be spaced approximately 12 inches apart. This vegetable plant is an annual, meaning it will grow for one season in your garden and then die after producing a crop.
This plant is typically grown in a designated vegetable garden. It should be grown in full sunlight to ensure healthy growth and fruit production. It thrives in average to evenly moist conditions but does not tolerate standing water. Persian No Peel Cucumber is adaptable to various soil types but grows best in rich, well-drained soils. It is sensitive to urban pollution, so avoid planting in inner-city or heavily polluted areas.
Persian No Peel Cucumber is ideal for small to medium vegetable gardens, and it is also well-suited for container gardening. This variety is often enjoyed for its smooth, thin skin, which eliminates the need for peeling. It can be used in salads, sandwiches, or as a fresh snack. Be sure to provide consistent watering, especially in containers, as they tend to dry out faster than ground soil.
