McKenzie Cucumber Early Russian Seeds

Cucumber Early Russian produces crisp, dark green cucumbers with sweet flavour on vigorous vines that develop early in the season. This classic slicing cucumber is excellent for fresh eating, salads, and pickling and performs well in warm garden sites and containers with full sun.

Why you’ll love it:

• Early-producing, crisp cucumbers with sweet flavour
• Strong vines suitable for trellis or support
• Great for fresh eating, salads, and pickling
• Reliable performance in home gardens and containers

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable (cucurbit)
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination: ~7–10 days
• Days to Harvest: ~50–60 days
• Vine Length: ~180–240 cm (6–8 ft) with support

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: Varies by packet
• Special Characteristics: Early maturity; crisp texture; classic slicing type

Suggested Uses:
Sow seeds outdoors after all danger of frost in well-drained, fertile soil and full sun or start indoors 1–2 weeks earlier. Provide trellis or support for vines and keep soil evenly moist throughout growth. Harvest cucumbers when firm and desired length. Ideal for fresh eating, salads, and pickling.

Seed packet includes planting instructions. Results may vary based on growing conditions.