Gherkin - National Pickling Cucumber (20 seeds)

Gherkin - National Pickling Cucumber

Gherkin 'National Pickling Cucumber' is a dependable heirloom variety producing uniform, crisp, blocky fruit with thin skin that stays tender even when fruit reaches a larger size. A favourite among home preservers and pickling enthusiasts, it delivers consistent, high-quality fruit that is excellent for both pickling and fresh eating straight from the vine. A tried and tested variety with outstanding yields and reliable performance season after season.

Vigorous and disease-resistant, the productive vines crop heavily throughout the season and thrive in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and regular watering. A rewarding and straightforward variety for any home gardener wanting a reliable supply of pickling cucumbers through the summer months.

Planting Season: Spring, Summer
Sow: Indoors in seed mix, transplant after frost risk passes
Spacing: 30–45 cm apart with support or to sprawl
Height: Vining to 1.5–2 m with support
Germination: 7–14 days in warm conditions
Harvest: 55 days; pick at 7–10 cm for pickles or larger for slicing
Flavour: Crisp, fresh, and mild

20 seeds