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Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber (Cucumis sativus)
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Organic seeds, Treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds
Cucurbitaceae
Fruiting vegetables seeds
Norseco
Common nameOrganic Marketmore 70 cucumber
FamilyCucurbitaceae
GenusCucumis
Speciessativus
CultivarMarketmore 70
TypeOrganic seeds, Treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds
Botanical nameCucumis sativus
Quantity per packetApproximately 20 seeds per packet
Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber (Cucumis sativus) Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions, spread: Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical culture possible, colour: green. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Marketmore 70 63 23 x 6,5 Monoecious This mid-season class variety offers outstanding fruits. They have a nice dark green color, a nice length and white spines.
The packet contains approximately 20 seeds, and the formulation is organic seeds, treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. Growth is worth checking after major changes in temperature, light exposure, rainfall, or watering frequency. You can keep the labelled packet until harvest or flowering so the variety details remain easy to consult. Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering.
In the garden, an accessible position makes observation, occasional watering, harvesting, and timely maintenance easier. It is recommended to remove only damaged material while retaining healthy foliage needed for continued growth. Results may vary with weather, sowing date, soil quality, and the number of hours of useful light each day. This approach helps gardeners enjoy the variety’s confirmed qualities without adding more maintenance than the plant requires. For best results, check the growing medium before watering and adjust frequency to the actual conditions around the plant. You can review foliage and new growth each week to notice water stress, slowed development, or damage at an early stage.
In the garden
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Annual
Sowing guide
Sowing & germination
Sowing depth
Approximately 2 to 2.5 cm in warmed soil
Spacing / density
5 to 6 seeds per hill; hills 1.5 to 3 m apart in every direction
Germination temperature
Soil around 16°C or warmer for direct sowing
Germination time
5 to 10 days
Sowing period
Indoors at least 3 weeks before transplanting or direct after final frost
Propagation
Seed
Growing method
For best results with Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber, follow the confirmed sowing information and observe growth at each stage. Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions, spread: Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical culture possible, colour: green. The packet contains approximately 20 seeds, and the formulation is organic seeds, treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Marketmore 70 63 23 x 6,5 Monoecious This mid-season class variety offers outstanding fruits. They have a nice dark green color, a nice length and white spines. Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering. In the garden, an accessible position makes observation, occasional watering, harvesting, and timely maintenance easier.
Soil and care
Soil & care
Soil pH
6.0 to 7.0
Moisture
Consistent without saturation, especially during flowering and fruit formation
Minimum temperature
5°C frost-free
Care level
Intermediate
Watering
Water deeply and regularly at the base to keep the soil uniformly moist, especially during flowering and fruit development. In summer, water regularly, renew the mulch, and inspect the underside of the leaves. During harvesting, wear long sleeves if your skin is sensitive, even if the petioles are almost spineless. Cut the fruit with a clean knife when twisting might damage its base.
Soil type
Light, fertile, organically rich, and well-drained soil. Wait until the soil reaches about 16°C before direct sowing. Incorporate mature compost, then maintain consistent moisture without saturating the roots. A dark mulch helps warm the soil in spring; then replace it with an organic mulch if necessary to reduce evaporation and splashing. Rotate away from cucurbits.
Fertilization
Incorporate mature compost before sowing or transplanting. At establishment, use a balanced fertilizer according to a soil test or label directions. Once flowering begins, avoid excessive nitrogen, which promotes large leaves at the expense of fruit. In containers, apply diluted vegetable fertilizer more regularly, and always water before feeding dry potting mix. Steady growth is preferable to a sudden flush driven by an overly strong application. Observe foliage and fruiting before adding more nutrients.
Seasonal care
In spring, prepare fertile soil with compost and warm it under a cover if the season is late. Start indoors only three to four weeks before planting to avoid oversized seedlings that resent transplanting. Set plants out after frost once soil is warm, and protect young plants temporarily with a cloche if nights remain cool. In summer, water consistently, renew mulch, and inspect leaf undersides. Harvest pâtisson several times weekly at 18 to 20 cm; frequent picking maintains production and prevents oversized fruit. Remove only badly damaged or diseased leaves using clean tools. In autumn, collect all usable fruit before the first frost, then remove the annual plant. Compost only healthy tissue and discard diseased debris separately. Plan a three- or four-year rotation away from other cucurbits to reduce the buildup of soilborne pests and diseases. Clean containers and tools before storage so the next crop begins with sound sanitation. During harvest, wear long sleeves if your skin is sensitive, even though petioles are nearly spineless. Cut fruit with a clean knife when twisting might damage the base. Note where water collects so drainage can be corrected before the next season. Do not store damaged fruit with sound specimens, and process young surplus promptly. Record sowing and first-harvest dates to refine timing for the following year. After the first frost, remove the plant and damaged fruit, then clean tools before using them elsewhere in the garden. Remove frost-damaged plants promptly and clean tools before using them on another cucurbit crop.
Container growing
Container growing
Recommended pot size
45 to 60 L minimum, one plant per container
Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber can be considered for a container when volume, drainage, and light match the expected growth. Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions, spread: Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical culture possible, colour: green. The packet contains approximately 20 seeds, and the formulation is organic seeds, treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Marketmore 70 63 23 x 6,5 Monoecious This mid-season class variety offers outstanding fruits. They have a nice dark green color, a nice length and white spines. Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering. In the garden, an accessible position makes observation, occasional watering, harvesting, and timely maintenance easier.
Size, flowering & harvest
Mature height
Around 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions
Width / spread
Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical growing possible
Flower color
Yellow
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Annual deciduous, large lobed leaves
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Vigorous climbing or trailing habit
Fragrance
Pleasant, robust, flavourful taste; young patty pan cucumber harvested at 23 × 6.5 cm have a tender texture suited to quick cooking
Edible parts
Fruits and clean, correctly identified male flowers
Bloom period
Large yellow male and female flowers appear once the plant is established and nights are warm. Bees move pollen between blossoms during the morning. A female flower is recognized by the tiny patty pan already visible at its base. Cold weather, persistent rain, or extreme heat can slow pollination and cause blossoms to drop without setting fruit. Regular observation makes timely care easier and supports balanced growth throughout the season.
Fruiting
Straight, dark-green fruits with small white spines, reaching approximately 23 × 6.5 cm at full size. For slicing, harvest at 15–20 cm while they are firm, crisp, and flavourful. Maturity occurs around 63 days. Pick every two days during peak production to prevent oversized fruit and support continued fruit set. Refrigerate the harvest promptly for best texture. Inspect carefully beneath leaves so fruit is not missed.
Days to maturity
Approximately 63 days after sowing
Harvest
Harvest frequently at 15–20 cm, around 63 days, before excessive enlargement
Garden associations
Companion plants & uses
Companion plants
Published companion information for Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber includes W.H. Perron recommande l’aneth, le brocoli, la camomille, le céleri, le chou-rave, la ciboulette, le cumin, le fenouil, le haricot, la laitue, la marjolaine, l’okra, l’origan, le pois et le radis. Évitez la bette à carde, la menthe, la sauge, le romarin, la rue, la sarriette, la tomate et le zucchini. Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information.
Garden use
In your garden, Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is best positioned according to its habit, dimensions, and confirmed use. Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions, spread: Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical culture possible, colour: green. The packet contains approximately 20 seeds, and the formulation is organic seeds, treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Marketmore 70 63 23 x 6,5 Monoecious This mid-season class variety offers outstanding fruits. They have a nice dark green color, a nice length and white spines. Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering. In the garden, an accessible position makes observation, occasional watering, harvesting, and timely maintenance easier.
Recipe idea
From garden to table
After harvesting Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber, use only the specified edible parts, washed carefully and gathered at the proper stage. Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions, spread: Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical culture possible, colour: green. The packet contains approximately 20 seeds, and the formulation is organic seeds, treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Marketmore 70 63 23 x 6,5 Monoecious This mid-season class variety offers outstanding fruits. They have a nice dark green color, a nice length and white spines. Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
When should Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber be sown?
Sowing time for Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber depends on the confirmed packet information, the last frost date, and your region. Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions, spread: Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical culture possible, colour: green. The packet contains approximately 20 seeds, and the formulation is organic seeds, treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety.
Which light exposure suits Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber?
Light exposure for Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber should follow the published variety information and the light actually available in your garden. Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions, spread: Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical culture possible, colour: green. The packet contains approximately 20 seeds, and the formulation is organic seeds, treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety.
How should Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber be watered?
Before watering Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber, check the growing medium and foliage so frequency reflects current conditions. Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions, spread: Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical culture possible, colour: green. The packet contains approximately 20 seeds, and the formulation is organic seeds, treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety.
Can Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber be grown in a container?
Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber can be grown in a container when the pot provides effective drainage and enough volume for expected growth. Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions, spread: Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical culture possible, colour: green. The packet contains approximately 20 seeds, and the formulation is organic seeds, treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety.
When can you enjoy the harvest or flowering of Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber?
Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is harvested at the stage specified for this variety, when the edible parts show the expected maturity signs. Organic Marketmore 70 cucumber is a fruiting vegetables variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m on a trellis depending on conditions, spread: Approximately 1.5 to 3 m on the ground; vertical culture possible, colour: green. The packet contains approximately 20 seeds, and the formulation is organic seeds, treated seeds, open-pollinated variety, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety.
Wildlife and pets
Wildlife & precautions
Supporting wildlife
Large green-striped flowers may attract bees and other pollinating insects in summer, even though Marketmore 70 is parthenocarpic and can set fruit without pollination. The plant is not grown primarily as wildlife food. Protect young plants from slugs and watch for possible damage from small mammals attracted to tender tissue or fruit.
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