Straight Eight Cucumber, Slicing (Cucumis sativus)
Straight Eight Cucumbers are very dependable in terms of yield. Smooth, straight, deep green cucumbers that are (6-8") long and (212") wide with rounded blunt ends. It tolerates mosaic virus well because it is early, robust, and prolific. It's a fantastic variety that's stood the test of time.
'Straight Eight,' an All-America Selections winner, has cool, firm flesh and a vivid, sparky flavour. Select when the taste is at its best and the texture is at its most palatable "a long time Grown best on a fence or Trellis Netting to save room. Adaptable in many ways.
Botanical Name : Cucumis sativus
Common name : Straight Eight Cucumber, Slicing
Size at maturity : 6”-8”
Days to maturity : 60-70 Days
Light requirement : Full sun
Planting time : Spring,summer
Sowing method : direct sow
Planting depth : 1/2"
Plant spacing :12”-18”
Ships : Year-round
Average seeds per ounce : Approx. 1,000