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Cucumber 'Crystal Apple' - 20 seeds (Cucumis sativus)

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Cristal apple cucumber is a fascinating heirloom, with a unique history. The cristal apple is related to the melon and has crispy skin with a sweet flavour, has a distinct bitter after taste. Cucumis sativus is shaped like an apple being 3vinch (8cm) diameter. This cucumber is an intermediate climber and will look stunning on your fence. Cucumbers will also bring you great health benefits thanks to its high content of vitamin K and vitamin C, it also contains manganese, magnesium and potassium. Cucumbers are very high in water content making them a great way to keep hydrated. Crystal Apple Cucumber seeds germinated at a fast past averaging 5-10 days at 24-35C (75-95F). Cucumis sativus should be grown in a full sun position.

Sowing:
Sow: April – June
Season:  Annual
Height: 120in (300 cm)
Harvest Season: July - October  
Environment: Full sun
Soil Type: Clay, Chalk, Sand, Loam
Germination Time: 5-10 days
Temperature: 24-35C (75-95F)
Plant Spreading: 39 inch (100 cm)
Depth: 1 inch (2.5cm)
Plant Spacing: 24in (60cm)
Plant Watering: Moist Well-drained


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Data sheet

Color
Yellow
Height
Up to 120cm (48in)
Moisture
Medium
Ideal for
Fences and walls
Sunlight
Full sun
Sowing month
April
August
July
June
May
Vegetable
Other vegetable