Parisian Gherkin Cucumbers are an AAS
Winner! These delightfully petite cucumbers can be picked at any stage
of growth! Grow the perfect small,
crisp black-spined pickle for snacking or enjoying fresh in salads and
appetizers. These cute crisp-textured gherkins are highly prolific,
growing 20-25 gherkins per plant. Plants are compact, about 12" tall
plant with 24" dwarf vines, and are excellent for patio or container
gardening!
Also
Known As: Gherkin, Cornichon, Baby Cucumber, Pickling Cucumber, Nankin
Cherry, Cucumber Pickle, Kirby Cucumber, Snack Pickle.
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Plant Name:
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Cucumber, Parisian Gherkin F1
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Latin Name:
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Cucumis sativus
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Days to Germinate: |
7-14 |
Days to Harvest: |
50
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Germination Rate: |
95% |
Test Date: |
1/24 |
Growth Habit: |
Vining |
USDA Zones: |
3-12 |
Lifespan: |
Annual |
Brand: |
TomorrowSeeds |
Sunlight: |
Full Sun, Partial Shade |
GMO: |
No |
Pollination:
|
Hybrid
|
Fungicide-Treated Seeds:*: |
No |
Seeds Packed For**: |
2024 |
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds
are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are
still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as
the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Leave
small weeds and dead grass, they will enrich the soil when turned under.
Spade the soil 8-12 inches deep and turn each shovel of soil over
completely to cover the plant materials with soil. You may add
fertilizer or organic matter at this point (see "Fertilizing" below).
Make rows of soil beds 4-6 inches high and 4-6 feet apart. This
formation of ridges will help with drainage.
Planting:
Since gherkins cannot survive frost, plant only after all danger of
frost has passed and the soil begins to warm. Choose an area with full
sunlight, well-drained soil, and away from tree roots. To plant, make 1
inch deep holes spaced 18 inches apart in raised beds down the rows,
then plant 3-4 seeds in each hole. Cover seeds with about 1 inch of fine
soil and firm the soil with the flat side of a hoe, but do not pack it.
Remove extra plants after seedlings emerge.
Parisian Gherkin F1 vines reach 2 feet long and can grow well in containers and small gardens. Trellising is not required.
Planting Depth: |
1 inch |
Within-Row Spacing:
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18 inches
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Between-Row Spacing:
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4-6 feet
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Watering: Water the plants well about once a week if it does not rain.
Weeding:
Keep gherkin plants as weed-free as possible. When plowing or hoeing do
not dig deeper than 1 inch to prevent from cutting the feeder rooters
which may slow the plant's growth.
Fertilizing:
Gherkins may optionally be fertilized. When vines are 10-12 inches
long, you may optionally apply 1/2 cup of fertilizer for each 10 feet of
row, or 1 tablespoon per plant. Water the plants after fertilizing.
Insecticides:
Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and
sulfur are organic options. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and
helps in controlling many diseases. Before using a pesticide, read the
label and always follow cautions, warnings and directions.
Diseases:
Diseases can show up as spots on the upper or lower sides of leaves or
cucumbers. Check the plants daily and if these spots appear, treat the
plant with an approved fungicide. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides
may be used. Please always follow label directions.
Harvest Gherkins when they are 2-4 inches long. Try not to wait until cucumbers turn yellow because they may be over-mature.
Cucumber
Amount per 1/2 cup (52 g)
|
Calories 8
|
% Daily Value*
|
Total Fat 0 g
|
0% |
Saturated fat 0 g
|
0% |
Polyunsaturated fat 0 g
|
|
Monounsaturated fat 0 g
|
|
Cholesterol 0 mg
|
0% |
Sodium 1 g
|
0% |
Potassium 76mg
|
2% |
Total Carbohydrate 7 g
|
1% |
Dietary fiber <1 g
|
1% |
Protein 0 g
|
3% |
Vitamin A |
2% |
Vitamin C |
5% |
Calcium |
3% |
Iron |
1% |
Vitamin D |
0% |
Vitamin B-6 |
0% |
Cobalamin |
0% |
Magnesium |
2% |
*Percent
Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may
be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
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