{"product_id":"mc-concombre-straight-eight-bio","title":"Organic 'Straight Eight' cucumber","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"134\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"134\"\u003eOrganic 'Straight Eight' cucumber (Cucumis sativus) from McKenzie Seeds, a classic cucumber with straight, crisp and sweet fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eThe organic 'Straight Eight' cucumber is an iconic variety, prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"241\"\u003estraight, uniform, and elegant fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"288\"\u003ebright green skin\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"336\"\u003ecrisp, juicy white flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e . The small seeds contribute to a particularly pleasant texture. 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It is suitable for both \u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"846\"\u003efresh eating\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"865\"\u003epickling\u003c\/strong\u003e , depending on the harvest stage. \u003cstrong data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eAttractive to pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e , it benefits from good pollination to ensure plentiful fruiting. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eRegular harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e helps maintain production and preserves firm, flavorful fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans, dill, lettuce, nasturtiums, oregano, radishes, sunflowers\u003cbr data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003ePlant enemies:\u003c\/strong\u003e None notable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eSpread\/growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creeping or climbing vine\u003cbr data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eFoliage height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spreading vine, height varies depending on the support\u003cbr data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eSeed producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e McKenzie\u003cbr data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eSeed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open pollination\u003cbr data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003ePhysical seed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25 to 30 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003estraight fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1617\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eregular harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003ehigh yield\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003eversatile fresh or pickled\u003c\/strong\u003e , AAS award-winning variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eFruit color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\u003cbr data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e crunchy, juicy, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003esweet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensitive to frost, prefers warmth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003eSow the 'Straight Eight' cucumber directly in the garden\u003c\/strong\u003e once the soil has warmed up and all risk of frost has passed. Plant the seedlings in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e , in rich, loose, and well-drained soil. Allow space for the vines or use a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003etrellis\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep the fruit neat, upright, and well-formed, while also optimizing garden space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003eRegular watering\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential to avoid water stress, which can negatively impact the texture and flavor of the fruit. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2385\"\u003eMulching\u003c\/strong\u003e helps retain soil moisture and keep roots cool. 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