{"product_id":"ga-concombre-armenien-dark-green-armenian-bio","title":"Organic 'Dark Green Armenian' Cucumber","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"296\"\u003e Organic 'Dark Green Armenian' cucumber (Cucumis melo) from the seed company Gaia, a long and sweet heritage variety bordering on melon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eThe 'Dark Green Armenian' cucumber develops \u003cstrong data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"385\"\u003elong, vigorous vines\u003c\/strong\u003e covered in abundant \u003cstrong data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"426\"\u003emedium-green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e , capable of producing spectacular fruits that can reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eup to 90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in length. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eelongated, ribbed\u003c\/strong\u003e fruits have a \u003cstrong data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"604\"\u003edark green skin\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"653\"\u003ecrisp, juicy flesh that is not bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e , even when fully ripe and harvested young. They can be picked as short as \u003cstrong data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"751\"\u003e30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e for optimal fresh consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eAlthough used like a cucumber, this vegetable is \u003cstrong data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"885\"\u003ebotanically classified among the melons\u003c\/strong\u003e , which explains some of its unique characteristics. If left on the plant too long, the fruit ripens into a melon-like form and may \u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003esplit before harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e . This late stage, however, is valuable for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eseed production\u003c\/strong\u003e . Native to India and widely cultivated in the Middle East, it occupies a unique place between vegetable tradition and botanical curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peas, Corn, Beans, Radish, Beetroot, Carrot, Onion, Marigold, Nasturtium, Sunflower, Oregano, Dill\u003cbr data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eNegative plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potato, Sage, Mint, Melon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eSpread\/carrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creeping to climbing \u003cbr data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 to 200 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic\u003cbr data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very long fruits, not bitter, can be eaten fresh or pickled, botanically a melon, heritage variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium green\u003cbr data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, juicy, sweet flesh\u003cbr data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensitive to frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003eSoak the seeds in lukewarm water for up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003elightly scarify\u003c\/strong\u003e them to improve germination. Sow \u003cstrong data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e1.2 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e , directly outdoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003e1 to 2 weeks after the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e , when the soil has warmed up, or start the seeds indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003e4 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e . Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003e30 to 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003e60 to 90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003erich, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003eThe Armenian cucumber prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2480\"\u003econsistent watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . Trellising is recommended to encourage straight, clean, and well-formed fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2596\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2968\"\u003e Harvest the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2618\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003eyoung\u003c\/strong\u003e fruit, ideally before it reaches full melon maturity, to enjoy its crisp texture and sweet flavor. If left on the vine too long, the fruit may \u003cstrong data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2843\"\u003esplit\u003c\/strong\u003e , a sign that it has passed its optimal stage for fresh consumption. Fresh fruit should be eaten soon after harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3200\"\u003e • Eaten fresh, sliced ​​or in salads\u003cbr data-start=\"3037\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003e • Used as a non-bitter cucumber\u003cbr data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3077\"\u003e • Prepared in light marinades\u003cbr data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3110\"\u003e • Botanical discovery for curious vegetable gardeners \u003cbr data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3157\"\u003e• Harvested ripe for seed production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3202\" data-end=\"3456\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Dark Green Armenian'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e cucumber offers a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3277\"\u003eunique experience\u003c\/strong\u003e , a cross between cucumber and melon, combining \u003cstrong data-start=\"3326\" data-end=\"3337\"\u003esweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3365\"\u003espectacular length\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3369\" data-end=\"3394\"\u003erich heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e . A singular variety that intrigues as much as it delights.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075547881632,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Concombrearmenien_DarkGreenArmenian_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765633457","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-concombre-armenien-dark-green-armenian-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}