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Cucumber 'Metki' – 30 Seeds
Cucumber 'Metki' – 30 Seeds
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Cucumber Seeds growing facts
| Botanical name | Cucumis sativus |
|---|---|
| Plant type | Warm-season annual vine |
| When to sow | After last frost when soil is 65°F+ |
| Sowing depth | 1/2–1 inch |
| Spacing | 12–18 inches on trellis; 3 feet in rows |
| Germination | 5–10 days at 70–85°F |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Days to harvest | About 60–75 days |
| Fruit size | Best picked at 10–18 inches |
| Seeds per pack | 30 |
| Shipping | Ships from Texas within 1–2 business days |
Metki Cucumber
Grow a heat-loving garden favorite with Metki, a cucumber (Cucumis sativus) that produces long, slender, pale green fruits with thin skin and a crisp, mild flavor. There is no need to peel it—just slice and enjoy in salads, sandwiches, and pickles.
Key Details:
- Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
- Type: Warm-season annual vine
- Days to Harvest: about 60–75 days
- Fruit: Long, slender, pale green; best picked at 10–18 inches
Growing Tips:
- Sow 1/2–1 inch deep after frost once soil is 65°F or warmer; usually 1–3 weeks after your last frost.
- Full sun; grow on a trellis for straight fruit, spacing 12–18 inches.
- Loves warm weather; water evenly during hot spells.
- Pick often while fruits are slender; oversized fruit gets seedy.
30 seeds per pack.
Cucumber Seeds FAQ
What is a Metki cucumber?
Metki is a cucumber (Cucumis sativus) with long, slender, pale green fruit and a crisp, mild flavor.
When should I pick it?
Harvest when 10–18 inches long and still slender; it gets seedy if left too long.
Does it handle summer heat?
Yes, it is a warm-season crop; keep the soil evenly moist during hot spells for the best fruit.
Do I need a trellis?
It is not required, but trellising keeps fruit straight and clean.
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Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.
Exactly what I wanted. Shipping was fine and product matched the listing.
Good germination so far. Excited to grow these in my raised beds this season.