Organic 'National Pickling' Gherkin Cucumber
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The organic 'National Pickling' gherkin cucumber is a classic variety, highly prized by gardeners for its high productivity, vigor, and the exceptional quality of its crisp, small fruits. In the vegetable garden, it quickly forms long vines covered with generous foliage that abundantly fills the space and promises a sustained harvest throughout the summer. Its firm, well-proportioned green fruits are perfect for canning but can also be enjoyed fresh when picked young and tender. Its yellow flowers attract numerous pollinators, bringing life to the garden and promoting good fruit set in a lively and balanced environment. Easy to grow in rich, warm soil, it primarily needs sun, regular watering, and a little space to fully express itself. Highly productive, this variety yields fruits approximately 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in) long, ideal for pickling, homemade gherkins, and repeated harvests. Alongside garlic, basil, beans, and corn, it naturally finds its place in a diversified and gourmet vegetable garden. This organic variety thus combines yield, freshness, and culinary tradition in a generous crop that beautifully complements summer harvests.
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