{"product_id":"ga-concombre-marketer-bio","title":"Organic 'Marketer' Cucumber","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"303\"\u003e Organic 'Marketer' cucumber (Cucumis sativus) from the seed company Gaia, an award-winning heirloom variety with a mild and versatile flavor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"793\"\u003eThe 'Marketer' cucumber develops \u003cstrong data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"382\"\u003evigorous, well-balanced plants\u003c\/strong\u003e supported by \u003cstrong data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"422\"\u003emedium-green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e that effectively protects the fruit. The cucumbers are \u003cstrong data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"505\"\u003eelongated and uniform\u003c\/strong\u003e , reaching approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"540\"\u003e22 to 23 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in length, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"570\"\u003edark green skin\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"615\"\u003ecrisp, juicy, and sweet flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e that is less bitter than that of many other varieties. Their texture and flavor make them an excellent choice for both fresh consumption and processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eWinner of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eAll-America Selections award in 1943\u003c\/strong\u003e , 'Marketer' is a heritage variety renowned for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"920\"\u003ereliability\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"939\"\u003ehardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"969\"\u003econsistent yield\u003c\/strong\u003e . Harvested young, it is perfectly suited for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003epickles\u003c\/strong\u003e , while at full size it excels in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eslices and salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , which explains its enduring popularity with gardeners and market gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radish, Bean, Dill, Marigold, Nasturtium, Sunflower, Onion, Pea, Tansy, Corn, Beetroot, Oregano\u003cbr data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eNegative plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potato, Melon, Aromatic herbs including Sage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eSpread\/Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creeping\u003cbr data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 to 60 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic\u003cbr data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Award-winning heirloom variety (AAS 1943), sweet flavor, versatile fruit, reliable production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium green\u003cbr data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, soft, slightly sweet flesh\u003cbr data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensitive to frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eSoak the seeds in lukewarm water for up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003e24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003elightly scarify\u003c\/strong\u003e them to improve germination. Sow at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003ea depth of 1.2 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , either by starting the seedlings indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003e3 to 4 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e , or directly outdoors once \u003cstrong data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2151\"\u003eall risk of frost has passed\u003c\/strong\u003e . Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003e30 to 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003e60 to 90 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e , in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003erich, loose, and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003eCucumbers prefer full \u003cstrong data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003esun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003econsistent watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . An ambient temperature of around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003e21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e promotes steady growth and good fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2762\"\u003e Harvest the fruit \u003cstrong data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003eevery day or every other day\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent it from overripening and slowing down production. Fresh cucumbers can be stored for up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003e10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003e10-12°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003ehigh humidity around 95%\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2787\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2977\"\u003e • Freshly sliced ​​in salads\u003cbr data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2818\"\u003e • Used for sandwiches and cold dishes\u003cbr data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2865\"\u003e • Harvested young for pickles\u003cbr data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"2899\"\u003e • Consumed plain for its mildness \u003cbr data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"2935\"\u003e• Reliable variety for family vegetable gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2979\" data-end=\"3220\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e The ' \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarketer'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e cucumber remains a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3015\" data-end=\"3039\"\u003ehistorical benchmark\u003c\/strong\u003e , prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003esweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3100\"\u003eculinary versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3131\"\u003econsistent cultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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