Cucumber 'Straight 8' organic
Cucumis sativus.
Product code : GAIAS-0297
- Exposure
- Mi-ombre.
- Life cycle
- Annuelle.
Discover the plant
Organic 'Straight 8' Cucumber ( Cucumis sativus ) – offered by Gaia, a classic and versatile variety
The 'Straight 8' cucumber is a vigorous heritage variety , renowned for its consistent productivity and perfectly straight fruit . Its 20 cm long cucumbers, with smooth, dark green skin , offer a crisp, juicy and tasty flesh .
Versatile, it is ideal for fresh consumption or canning , adapting equally well to summer salads and marinated pickles .
Did you know?
The Straight 8 owes its name to the regular and perfectly straight shape of its fruits . Thanks to its rapid growth and high yield , it is one of the most popular cucumbers among amateur gardeners and market gardeners.
Spread : Trailing plant requiring space
Plant height : 30 to 50 cm
Quantity per pack : ± 30 seeds
Companion plants : Radish, bean, dill, marigold, nasturtium, sunflower, onion, pea, tansy, corn, beetroot, oregano
Enemy plants : Potato, melon, aromatic herbs including sage
Cultivation method
To improve germination, soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours and scarify lightly before sowing.
Seeds can be started indoors 3-4 weeks before planting out , or directly in the open ground after the last frost . Straight 8 prefers a temperature of 21°C and a rich, loose, well-drained soil .
Space plants 12 to 24 inches apart and rows 24 to 36 inches apart . This variety can be trained on a trellis to save space and promote straighter, easier-to-harvest fruit.
Harvesting and conservation
Cucumbers should be harvested every 1 to 2 days , before they become too large and slow down production.
They can be stored for up to 10 days in the refrigerator , at 10-12°C with 95% humidity .
Why grow the 'Straight 8' cucumber?
? Continuous production and high efficiency
? Crispy flesh, ideal for salads and preserves
? Can be grown on trellises to save space
? Classic and robust variety, easy to succeed
With its fast growth, refreshing flavor and great versatility , the 'Straight 8' cucumber is a must-have in the vegetable garden!
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
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Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
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Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Bloom and dimensions
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Garden associations
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Frequently asked questions
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