The Sweet Slice Cucumber is a high-yielding, burpless slicing variety known for its exceptionally mild, sweet flavor and crisp texture. Its thin, dark green skin means no peeling is needed, making it perfect for fresh eating. The long, slender fruits grow 10-12 inches and stay tender even as they mature.
Growing Information:
- Days to Maturity: 55-63 days
- Fruit Size: 10-12 inches long
- Plant Type: Vining (performs well on a trellis for straighter fruits and easier harvesting)
- Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
- Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but avoid overwatering
- Spacing: 12 inches apart in rows 3-5 feet apart (or train vines upward)
- Harvest: Pick when firm and dark green for the best taste. Frequent harvesting encourages more production.
With excellent disease resistance and a delicious, burpless crunch, the Sweet Slice Cucumber is a garden favorite for those who love smooth, non-bitter cucumbers ideal for slicing and salads. 🌱🥒
10 Seeds per Packet
Sweet Slice Cucumber: 10 Seeds
Direct sow the seeds in a sunny spot in the garden or in containers after all danger of frost is past. Cover seed lightly with soil, 3 – 4 seeds together in groups. Space groupings 4 ft apart. For earlier cucumbers start indoors 2 to 3 weeks in advance of intended date for moving the plants to the garden. Sow 2 seeds per pot and do not thin. Germinates best at 72 F in 7 to 10 days.
Cucumbers can be allowed to grow on the ground or over the sides of containers, but for longer, straighter fruit with better support, grow the plant in a cage or on a trellis, allowing 1 foot between plants in the garden, or one plant per container. Keep plants well-watered, and pick the fruits promptly; they can become tough if left too long on the plant