Cucumber 'Raider Hybrid'

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Raider Cucumber Seeds (Cucumis sativus), offered by OSC Seeds

'Raider' is an early-maturing gynoecious hybrid cucumber producing large yields of 20 cm dark green, smooth-skinned fruits. Known for its crisp texture and exceptional flavor, it's ideal for home gardens and market growers. Raider predominantly grows female flowers, ensuring abundant harvests.

Spread: Not applicable
Plant height: Not applicable
Packet size: Approx. 20 seeds
Companion plants: Sweet corn, lettuce, beans
Incompatible plants: Potatoes

Planting and Care:

Cucumbers thrive in warm, sandy loam soil enriched with compost. Prepare 15–20 cm high hills spaced 120 cm apart. Sow 6–8 seeds per hill at a depth of 2 cm, thinning to 3–4 plants after germination (7–10 days). Train plants on a trellis if space is limited. Keep soil consistently moist to prevent bitterness, and harvest fruits by cutting carefully with a knife.