{"product_id":"ga-concombre-gaia-cucumber-mix-bio","title":"Organic cucumber 'Gaia Cucumber Mix'","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"297\" data-start=\"149\"\u003e 'Gaia Cucumber Mix' organic cucumber (Cucumis sativus) from the seed company Gaia, a diverse mix of cucumbers with varied shapes, colors and uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"862\" data-start=\"299\"\u003eThe 'Gaia Cucumber Mix' combines several \u003cstrong data-end=\"389\" data-start=\"347\"\u003ecomplementary cucumber varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e , selected to offer \u003cstrong data-end=\"446\" data-start=\"421\"\u003eremarkable diversity\u003c\/strong\u003e both in the garden and on the plate. The plants develop \u003cstrong data-end=\"533\" data-start=\"511\"\u003evigorous vines\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-end=\"561\" data-start=\"537\"\u003emedium green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e , producing fruits in \u003cstrong data-end=\"623\" data-start=\"589\"\u003econtrasting shapes and colors\u003c\/strong\u003e , ranging from classic long green to round or elongated silhouettes, with skin varying from \u003cstrong data-end=\"748\" data-start=\"721\"\u003epale green to netted brown\u003c\/strong\u003e . The flesh, depending on the variety, remains \u003cstrong data-end=\"819\" data-start=\"788\"\u003ecrisp, juicy, and sweet\u003c\/strong\u003e , suitable for a multitude of culinary uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1262\" data-start=\"864\"\u003eThis mix includes, among others, \u003cb\u003ea brown-skinned netted cucumber\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1003\" data-start=\"994\"\u003eTanja\u003c\/strong\u003e Long Green, a long pale green \u003cstrong data-end=\"1038\" data-start=\"1015\"\u003eArmenian cucumber\u003c\/strong\u003e , as well as \u003cstrong data-end=\"1088\" data-start=\"1065\"\u003eGreen Long Market Gardener\u003c\/strong\u003e . Together, they offer a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1159\" data-start=\"1116\"\u003erich and evolving flavor experience\u003c\/strong\u003e , ideal for gardeners wishing to explore the diversity of cucumbers without multiplying seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1474\" data-start=\"1264\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1264\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radish, Bean, Dill, Marigold, Nasturtium, Sunflower, Onion, Pea, Tansy, Corn, Beetroot, Oregano\u003cbr data-end=\"1390\" data-start=\"1387\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1412\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003eNegative plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potato, Melon, Aromatic herbs including Sage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1754\" data-start=\"1476\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1498\" data-start=\"1476\"\u003eSpread\/carrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creeping to climbing \u003cbr data-end=\"1520\" data-start=\"1517\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1542\" data-start=\"1520\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 to 200 cm depending on the variety\u003cbr data-end=\"1576\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1595\" data-start=\"1576\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic\u003cbr data-end=\"1618\" data-start=\"1615\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1638\" data-start=\"1618\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-varietal mix, varied shapes and colours, multiple culinary uses, diversity from garden to plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1915\" data-start=\"1756\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1782\" data-start=\"1756\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium green\u003cbr data-end=\"1796\" data-start=\"1793\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1818\" data-start=\"1796\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, juicy flesh, mild to slightly sweet\u003cbr data-end=\"1873\" data-start=\"1870\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1897\" data-start=\"1873\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensitive to frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1936\" data-start=\"1917\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"2386\" data-start=\"1938\"\u003eSoak the seeds in lukewarm water for up to \u003cstrong data-end=\"2005\" data-start=\"1992\"\u003e24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2037\" data-start=\"2013\"\u003elightly scarify\u003c\/strong\u003e them to encourage even germination. Sow at \u003cstrong data-end=\"2111\" data-start=\"2087\"\u003ea depth of 1.2 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , either by starting the seedlings indoors \u003cstrong data-end=\"2194\" data-start=\"2156\"\u003e3 to 4 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e , or directly outdoors once \u003cstrong data-end=\"2270\" data-start=\"2237\"\u003eall risk of frost has passed\u003c\/strong\u003e . Space plants \u003cstrong data-end=\"2308\" data-start=\"2294\"\u003e30 to 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-end=\"2339\" data-start=\"2325\"\u003e60 to 90 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e , in \u003cstrong data-end=\"2385\" data-start=\"2349\"\u003erich, loose, and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"2583\" data-start=\"2388\"\u003eCucumbers prefer \u003cstrong data-end=\"2445\" data-start=\"2424\"\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2483\" data-start=\"2452\"\u003econsistent watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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