Slicing/Fresh Eating

Armenian Light Green Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

Brought from Armenia to Italy in the 1400s, this cucumber’s unique shape and light green color have led some growers to refer to it as the Serpent Cucumber. These burpless cucumbers have tender skin and a mild flavor that lacks bitterness. Fruits...

Ashley Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

This hardy, disease-resistant slicer does well in hot, humid areas and southern climates. Introduced by Clemson Agriculture in 1956, this variety produces high yields of dark green fruit that are slightly tapered at the stem. 25 seeds...

China Jade Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

Jade-colored flesh, tender emerald skin, long fruit (12”), and luscious flavor – this ancient Chinese heirloom brings it all. Sweet and nutty, China Jade is perfect for snacking and delicious in summertime salads with a splash of rice...

Double Yield Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

This prolific heirloom is a massive producer of 4-6” slender cukes delicious pickled or sliced. Double Yield has a crunchy-crisp texture and bright flavor. Delectable fruits just keep on comin’ throughout the growing season. 25 seeds...

Dragon’s Egg Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

Cream-colored, tender-fleshed, egg-shaped fruit with sweet/mild flavor – this Croatian heirloom is extremely prolific and fun to grow! A snacking favorite, lovely in summertime salads, and a crudité platter star! Loved by kids. Harvest...

Lemon Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

Introduced in the U.S. in the late 1800s, this unique cucumber has the size, shape, and color of a lemon. Best harvested when it’s a pale, greenish-yellow, Lemon Cucumber does well in cool climates with short summers. Fruits have tender flesh and a...

Long Green Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

First introduced in 1842, Long Green Improved is excellent for slicing or pickling. True to its name, this cucumber can grow up to 12 inches in length and 3 inches in diameter. Skin is dark green with bright, crisp flesh. 25 seeds minimum Germination...

Longfellow Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

This reliable heirloom has been popular since the 1920s. Crisp, tasty cukes reach up to 12” long. Longfellow has tender skin, very few seeds, and a terrific firm texture. A delectable slicer! 25 seeds minimum Germination 7-14 days Maturity:...

Marketer Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

An All-America Selections winner in 1943, this multi-purpose cucumber is excellent for pickling when fruit is young, and perfect for slicing and salads when fruit is mature. Produces 9-inch-long cucumbers with a sweet and mild flavor. Grows well in hot,...

Marketmore 76 Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

Famous for high yields of large, juicy slicers, Marketmore 76 is flavorful, crisp, and disease resistant with straight 8-9” fruits that grow on hardy, sprawling plants.  25 seeds minimum Germination 7-14 days Maturity: 70 days Direct sow...

Mexican Sour Gherkin Cucumber (Melothria scabra)

The Mexican Sour Gherkin produces fruit the color and shape of tiny watermelons. Technically not a true cucumber, this variety is sometimes referred to as a cucamelon. Produces oblong, 1-inch fruits with a bright, citrusy flavor. Perfect for adding a...

Muncher Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

This bright, crunchy cucumber is excellent for making pickles or eating straight from the garden. A burpless variety, Muncher is smooth, nearly spineless, and never bitter. Produces mature fruit of 6 to 9 inches. For pickling, fruit should be harvested...

Organic Double Yield Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

This prolific heirloom is a massive producer of 4-6” slender cukes delicious pickled or sliced. Double Yield has a crunchy-crisp texture and bright flavor. Delectable fruits just keep on comin’ throughout the growing season. 25 seeds...

Organic Early Fortune Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

A delectable variety, introduced in Michigan during the early 1900s and popular since then. Early Fortune is a fast-growing slicer that yields tasty cukes 7-8” long bursting with sweet, bright flavor! Crisp and never bitter, this reliable favorite...

Organic Marketmore 76 Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

Famous for high yields of large, juicy slicers, Marketmore 76 is flavorful, crisp, and disease resistant with straight 8-9” fruits that grow on hardy, sprawling plants. 25 seeds minimum Germination 7-14 days Maturity: 70 days Direct sow in...