Vigorous vining cucumber with dark green, straight 8–9" fruits. Heavy producer and widely grown for slicing.

Native to: India

Hardiness zone: Grown as an annual; suitable for zones 3–10

Resistances: Resistant to downy mildew, powdery mildew, and cucumber mosaic virus

Growing conditions: Full sun, fertile well-drained soil, consistent moisture; pH 6.0–7.0 Start indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger passes

Growing tips: Provide a trellis to save space and keep fruit straight; mulch to retain moisture; water at soil level to avoid disease

Harvest when: Pick when fruits are 8–9" long and firm; harvest regularly to encourage production

Uses: Excellent fresh in salads, sandwiches, or as a snack; not ideal for pickling

Companions: Beans, corn, dill, lettuce, nasturtiums, marigolds

Also known by: Marketmore 76 cucumber

12 pack of plants