Cucumber Peticue
A delightful heirloom variety that yields abundant crops of small, dark green cucumbers with a crisp, sweet flavor; features firm, thick flesh, making it perfect for pickling or enjoying as a snack; best harvested at 6" or smaller; ideal for small gardens or patio containers.
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.
Details
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
Peticue Cucumber will grow to be about 12-18 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 3-4 feet. When planted in rows, space individual plants approximately 12 inches apart. This vegetable plant is an annual, meaning it will grow for one season and die after producing a crop.
This cucumber variety thrives in full sunlight and prefers consistently moist soil but will not tolerate standing water. It grows best in rich, well-drained soils and is adaptable to a range of soil pH levels. Avoid planting in areas with urban pollution or heavy traffic, as this plant does best in cleaner environments.
Peticue Cucumber is perfect for a vegetable garden but can also be grown in containers or pots. When grown in containers, be sure to water more frequently as they tend to dry out faster than garden beds. It's a great option for small gardens or patio spaces.
