McKenzie Cucumber Straight Eight Seeds

Cucumber Straight Eight produces straight, uniform, dark green cucumbers with crisp, juicy white flesh and a refreshing, sweet flavour. This classic slicing type yields attractive 20 cm (8?) fruits that perform reliably in warm, sunny gardens and are great for fresh eating, salads, or pickling.

Why you’ll love it:

• Straight, uniform cucumbers with crisp, juicy texture
• Sweet flavour ideal for fresh eating and salads
• Reliable performance in warm, sunny garden sites
• Excellent for slicing and pickling

Growing Information:

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

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated heirloom
• Approximate Seed Count: ~30–35 seeds
• Special Characteristics: Sweet, crunchy fruit; uniform 20 cm length

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 the desired length for fresh eating, slicing, salads, or pickling.

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