Cucumber Straight Eight Heirloom

Enjoy delicious crisp cucumbers all summer long! Straight Eight has been one of the most popular slicing cucumbers since it won the All America Selections Gold Medal in 1935.

Planting & Harvesting

Seed Depth: 1″ (3cm)

Plant Space: 24″ (61cm)

Row Space: 36″ (91cm)

Sprouts In: 7-14 days

Cucumbers grow best when direct sown after last spring frost when soil has warmed to 70°F. Prefers rich soil, but will produce well in almost any garden with full sun. Start transplants indoors five weeks before last frost date.

Cucumbers have shallow roots and need consistent watering for best production. Feed monthly with compost or fertilizer.

Additional Information

Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus

Matures In: 60 days

Attributes: AAS winner