Armenian Cucumber Seeds The Duke Seeds - Cucumber, 20 seeds

Quantity: 20 Seeds / pack

The Duke is an Armenian cucumber, a melon relative with long, ribbed, cucumber-like fruits and a mild, never-bitter flavor. Botanically it is Cucumis melo var. flexuosus. Each packet contains 20 seeds.

Seed Information

• Plant type: warm-season annual vine
• Common name: Armenian cucumber
• Botanical name: Cucumis melo var. flexuosus
• Life cycle: annual
• Sunlight: full sun
• Watering: regular; consistent moisture for crisp fruits
• Soil: rich, well-worked, well-drained soil
• Growth habit: vining; benefits from a trellis

Growing Instructions

• Sow about 1/2 inch deep in warm soil after frost danger has passed.
• Plant in full sun in rich, well-worked soil.
• Seeds generally germinate in about 7-20 days when soil is above 50°F, and emerge faster in warm soil.
• Provide a trellis or support to keep the long fruits straight and save space.
• Water regularly so the soil stays evenly moist.
• Fruits are generally ready about 55-70 days after sowing, depending on selection and climate.
• Harvest while fruits are still tender, commonly around 12-15 inches long; frequent picking keeps vines productive.