Improved Long Green Slicing: This cucumber was introduced in the 1870's. It is a strong, vigorous producer of 10" long cucumbers. Some will exceed 12" and more. Excellent for slicing or can be pickled when picked smaller.
Seed Count: 35 seeds
Sowing Direct Sow, or Start Indoors
Light: Full Sun
Seed Depth: 1/2 inch
Plant Spacing: 12 to 24 inches
Plant Height: 36 to 48 inches
Watering: Average
Hardiness Zones: 2-10
Maturity: 65 days
Sow indoors, or sow seeds outside only after danger of frost. You can make a second sowing 4 to 5 weeks later for a late summer or early fall harvest.
If you intend on planting in hills, plant only 4-5 seeds in 1-foot-diameter circles. Space 5-6 feet apart.
