{"product_id":"ga-concombre-boothby-blonde-bio","title":"Organic 'Boothby Blonde' Cucumber","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"290\"\u003e Organic 'Boothby Blonde' cucumber (Cucumis anguria) from the seed company Gaia, a creamy heirloom variety with plump fruit and a delicate sweetness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eThe 'Boothby Blonde' cucumber develops \u003cstrong data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"371\"\u003evigorous, creeping plants\u003c\/strong\u003e covered in \u003cstrong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"411\"\u003emedium green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e that supports abundant fruiting. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"486\"\u003eshort, plump\u003c\/strong\u003e fruits typically measure \u003cstrong data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"523\"\u003e8 to 13 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"559\"\u003epale creamy-yellow skin\u003c\/strong\u003e that gives them a unique and appealing appearance. Their \u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"638\"\u003ecrisp\u003c\/strong\u003e , sweet, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"670\"\u003eslightly sugary\u003c\/strong\u003e flesh offers a delicate flavor that is appreciated when eaten fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eCultivated for \u003cstrong data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"770\"\u003efive generations\u003c\/strong\u003e by the Boothby family in Livermore, Maine, this heirloom variety has been recognized by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eSlow Food Ark of Taste\u003c\/strong\u003e for its cultural and culinary value. Its preservation has been ensured by the continued production of seeds, guaranteeing the transmission of this unique cultivar. Well-suited to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003econtainer gardening or small spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e , it combines high yield with old-world charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radish, Bean, Dill, Marigold, Nasturtium, Sunflower, Onion, Pea, Tansy, Corn, Beetroot, Oregano\u003cbr data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eNegative plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potato, Melon, Aromatic herbs including Sage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eSpread\/Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creeping \u003cbr data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 to 60 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic\u003cbr data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recognized heritage variety, plump cream-colored fruit, sweet and mild flavor, high yield, suitable for containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium green\u003cbr data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, soft, delicately sweet flesh\u003cbr data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensitive to frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003eSoak the seeds in lukewarm water for up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003elightly scarify\u003c\/strong\u003e them to encourage rapid germination. Sow at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003ea depth of 1.2 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , either by starting the seedlings indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e3 to 4 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e , or directly outdoors once \u003cstrong data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eall risk of frost has passed\u003c\/strong\u003e . Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003e30 to 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003e60 to 90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003erich, loose, and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003eCucumbers prefer full \u003cstrong data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003esun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003econsistent watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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