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| Plant ID | 136 |
| Name |
Boston Pickling |
| Species | sativus |
| Location | South Bed - South Side |
| Date Planted | Apr 22, 2025 |
| Seed Source | Baker Creek |
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| Grow Method | Soil |
| Notes | First season favorite, growing again after unsatisfactory varieties. BOSTON PICKLING - CUCUMBER - OPEN-POLLINATED (Parthenocarpic Potential - Pollination Dependent) TYPE: Pickling SEED DEVELOPMENT: Seeded FRUIT LENGTH: 3-5" FRUIT CHARACTERISTICS: Blocky, dark green with white spines MATURITY: Approximately 50-60 days from sowing YIELD POTENTIAL: High KEY ATTRIBUTES: POLLINATION: Requires pollination by bees or other insects for fruit set. While some parthenocarpic (seedless) fruits may develop without pollination, a good yield relies on pollinators. TRADITIONAL VARIETY: A classic American heirloom known for its excellent pickling qualities. DISEASE RESISTANCE: Moderate disease resistance; susceptible to some common cucumber ailments. PRODUCTIVITY: Produces a large number of small, blocky cucumbers ideal for pickling. FLAVOR PROFILE: Crisp and flavorful, with the characteristic cucumber taste. TIME TO HARVEST: Matures in a mid-season timeframe. GROWING GUIDELINES: STARTING: Direct sow seeds outdoors after the last frost when soil temperatures reach at least 60°F (typically May in American Canyon). Sow seeds ½ inch deep, 2-3 seeds per hill, with hills spaced 2-3 feet apart. Thin to the strongest seedling per hill. SPACING: Space hills 2-3 feet apart. Vining habit benefits from some support, though it can also sprawl. PLANT SUPPORT: While it can sprawl, providing a short trellis or support can improve air circulation and keep fruits cleaner. HARVESTING: Harvest frequently when fruits are 3-5 inches long for optimal pickling. Overripe cucumbers will become seedy and less desirable for pickling. EXHIBITION POTENTIAL: Ideal for pickling cucumber categories, where uniformity in size, shape, and color are important. The classic appearance of the Boston Pickling cucumber is often favored. https://www.rareseeds.com/cucumber-boston-pickling?srsltid=AfmBOopqY3WHQsn3aGk0mcVlUBOa7xyqHG1Y4YmMJ2VE1LfEesX5mfIE |
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