English Cucumber Seeds – Burpless Garden Variety

Overview

English Cucumber Seeds are a favorite among US gardeners for producing long, straight cucumbers with smooth, dark green skin and a crisp, refreshing taste. This burpless variety is tender, mild in flavor, and contains fewer seeds, making it excellent for fresh eating and salads.

Highly productive and fast-growing, English cucumbers thrive in warm-season gardens, raised beds, or greenhouse settings. With reliable germination and high yields, they are an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Features

• Premium quality non-GMO English cucumber seeds
• Produces long, slender fruits with smooth skin
• Burpless variety with crisp texture and mild flavor
• Heat-tolerant and well-suited for trellising or greenhouse growing
• Suitable for home gardens, raised beds, and containers
• Easy to grow with consistent yields

Specifications

• Common Name (US): Cucumber (English Burpless variety)
• Seed Type: Hybrid or open-pollinated (variety dependent), non-GMO
• Planting Season: Late spring through summer (warm-season crop)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–12 (best results in zones 5–10)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil, pH 6.0–7.0
• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after frost danger passes, or start indoors 3–4 weeks before transplanting
• Germination Time: 7–10 days at 70–90°F
• Days to Maturity: 55–65 days from sowing
• Spacing: 12–18 inches between plants; 36 inches between rows; trellising recommended for straighter fruits
• Plant Growth Habit: Vining variety, 5–6 feet long; requires support or trellis
• Watering Needs: Consistent moisture; avoid letting soil dry out completely
• Harvest Season: Mid-summer through early fall
• Yield: Heavy yields of cucumbers, typically 10–12 inches long
• Storage Use: Best enjoyed fresh; refrigerate for short-term storage