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Organic 'Marketmore' Cucumber

Name: Organic 'Marketmore' Cucumber
Brand: Biologiquement vôtre
SKU: BIOV-SEMENCES
Price: 4.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Marketmore Cucumber

Latin name Cucumis sativus 'Marketmore'

Quantity per packet About 60 seeds

Organic Marketmore Cucumber produces generous harvests of crisp, flavorful slicing cucumbers perfect for fresh eating. Its vigorous growth and dependable performance make it an excellent choice for Canadian vegetable gardens.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameMarketmore Cucumber

Latin nameCucumis sativus 'Marketmore'

FamilyCucurbitaceae

TypeVegetable

CycleAnnual

Quantity per packAbout 60 seeds

Code produitBIOVO-0030

Product
description

Organic Marketmore Cucumber (Cucumis sativus ‘Marketmore’) is a classic, robust, highly productive variety valued for its long, uniform, dark green fruits with crisp texture and excellent flavor. This vigorous annual plant quickly forms long vines with abundant foliage, giving the vegetable garden a lush summer presence. Its generous yellow blooms attract bees, bumblebees, and other pollinators that directly support fruit formation. Known for its reliability and good resistance, this slicing cucumber is ideal for fresh, abundant summer harvests.

This cucumber grows best in full sun and rich, cool, well-drained soil high in organic matter. Direct sow once the soil has thoroughly warmed and all danger of frost has passed. Regular, even watering encourages tender, crisp fruits with minimal bitterness, especially during hot weather. Mulch helps conserve soil moisture, while compost supports rapid growth. Trellis growing is recommended to improve air circulation, simplify harvests, and maximize space in urban or family vegetable gardens.

Ideal for salads, sandwiches, healthy snacks, and vegetable platters, Organic Marketmore Cucumber produces abundant harvests over a long period. Regular picking keeps the fruits at their best texture and encourages continuous production of new cucumbers. It fits beautifully into food gardens, edible landscapes, and full-sun vertical growing systems. Paired with Garlic, Basil, Beans, or Corn, it integrates easily into a diverse garden layout. Its flowering supports pollinators and contributes to a lively, productive, balanced garden.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodMay to June, direct sowing

Best time

May to June

Sowing depth2 to 3 cm (0.8 to 1.2 in)

Germination temperature21 to 30 °C (70 to 86 °F)

Germination time5 to 10 days

Propagation

Propagated by seed. Seeds can be saved from fully mature fruits when proper isolation distances are maintained.

Growing
method

Direct sow once the soil has thoroughly warmed and all danger of frost has passed. Plant the seeds 2 to 3 cm (0.8 to 1.2 in) deep in rich, cool, well-drained soil. Choose a full-sun location to maximize flowering and fruit production. Water regularly to maintain even growth and prevent bitterness. Growing on a trellis improves air circulation and helps reduce foliar diseases. Harvest cucumbers frequently to encourage continuous fruit production.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun

Soil

Rich, cool, well-drained soil high in organic matter. Fertile soil promotes vigorous growth and abundant production of uniform fruits.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Cucumbers require regular, even watering to produce tender, crisp fruits. Dry periods can reduce both fruit quality and yield.

Fertilization

Marketmore Cucumber benefits from generous applications of compost before sowing. Balanced organic fertilization throughout the season encourages vigorous growth and prolonged fruit production.

Care levelModerate

Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist and prevent bitterness. Apply mulch to reduce evaporation and suppress weeds. Harvest fruits as soon as they reach their ideal size to encourage continuous production. Monitor for foliar diseases and maintain good air circulation. A mid-season application of compost helps sustain vigorous, productive vines.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

40 to 50 cm (16 to 20 in)

Organic Marketmore Cucumber grows very well in large containers with excellent drainage. A trellis or vertical support allows the vines to climb, improves air circulation, simplifies harvesting, and saves valuable space. Use a rich, organic growing mix and maintain even soil moisture throughout the season. This variety is especially well suited to sunny balconies, patios, and urban vegetable gardens.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

This dependable variety produces long, crisp, uniform cucumbers over an extended harvest period. Its vigor and reliability have made it one of the most popular slicing cucumbers for home gardens.

Garden use

Organic Marketmore Cucumber is ideal for family vegetable gardens, kitchen gardens, and vertical growing systems. Its vigorous climbing habit maximizes space while producing abundant harvests of fresh cucumbers throughout the summer. The flowers attract pollinators, making it both productive and beneficial in organic gardens.

Bloom period

Abundant yellow flowers attract numerous pollinators essential for fruit production. Strong bee activity directly improves yields.

Flower colorYellow

Foliage colorGreen

Harvest

The first cucumbers are ready about 65 days after sowing. Harvest regularly to maintain abundant production and the finest eating quality.

Fruiting

Long green fruits primarily grown for fresh eating

Wildlife appealBees and pollinators

Size
and facts

Height1.5 to 2 m (5 to 6.5 ft)

Spread90 cm (36 in)

Growth rateFast

Minimum temperature10°C (50°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Papillonstrue

Planting
partners

Good companions

Garlic, basil, bean, corn

Avoid planting with

Potato, sage

Recipe
and inspiration

Marketmore Cucumber is prized for its long, crisp, flavorful fruits that are perfect for fresh eating all summer long. It is ideal for salads, sandwiches, vegetable platters, and healthy snacks. The firm, mild flesh maintains excellent quality even as fruits reach full size. Its generous harvests are also perfect for refreshing summer recipes.

Frequently asked questions

Why choose Organic Marketmore Cucumber? +

This classic variety is prized for its heavy yields, dependable disease resistance, and excellent fruit quality. It produces crisp, uniform slicing cucumbers over a long harvest season.

When should I harvest Marketmore Cucumbers? +

The first fruits are usually ready about 65 days after sowing. Frequent harvesting encourages abundant production throughout the season.

Can Marketmore Cucumber be grown on a trellis? +

Yes. Vertical growing is highly recommended because it improves air circulation, simplifies maintenance, produces cleaner fruits, and maximizes garden space.

Is Marketmore Cucumber good for salads? +

Yes. It is one of the finest slicing cucumbers, valued for its crisp texture, mild flavor, and excellent fresh eating quality.

Are these organic, open-pollinated seeds? +

Yes. These certified organic, open-pollinated seeds are ideal for ecological gardening and can be saved when proper isolation distances are maintained.

The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.