Plant Theory Telegraph Improved Cucumber Seeds

• Plant in February - May, Harvest period July - October

Features and benefits

• F1 Hybrids: hybrid seeds are produced from two specially selected varieties that are kept in isolation. As they are produced from only two plants, seeds are almost identical genetically.
• Open Pollinated: open pollinated plants aren't isolated from other varieties, so are more genetically diverse.
• Heirloom: heirloom seeds are historic, some going back to Victorian times, others more recent. Heirloom varieties can be good or bad, depending on how careful the breeder is to maintain genetic similarity.
• Germination Requirements: sow seeds in a propagator or plastic bag at a temperature of around 20°C, or sow outdoors but gradually acclimatise seedlings to outdoor conditions.
• Planting Distance (Seed Tray): sow seeds 1cm (1/2in) deep in 7.5cm (3in) pots of compost.
• Planting Distance (Ground): plant in single rows 90cm (35in) apart.
• Soil Preparation: remove weeds and large stones and dig in plenty of compost.