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Cucumber
( Cucumis sativus )
Plant Detail
Features
Burpless cucumber varieties contain very low or no cucurbitacin, the compound that causes bitterness and can cause some people to "burp" from eating cucumbers. Burpless cucumbers also have a mild flavor, thinner skin, and fewer seeds than other cucumber types. Several specific varieties to look for are Lebanese, Armenian, and Asian types. Easy to grow vines produce a continuous harvest all season long.
Uses
Eat fresh for a delicious and nutritious snack. Slice into salads, layer on sandwiches or toss with vinegar, onion and seasoning. Serve with dip on a vegetable tray. Wash fruits, vegetables and herbs thoroughly before eating.
Care Instruction
Plant Feed
Use a fertilizer formulated for vegetables.
Watering
Keep well-watered.
Soil
Fertile, well-drained soil.
Sun light
Full Sun
Basic Care Summary
Plant in a sunny location after the threat of frost has passed. Space 2-3 plants in hills 4-5' (1.2-1.5m) apart. Water freely in dry weather. Pick fruit often for the highest yield.