What is Boston Pickling cucumber used for?
This heirloom is grown mainly for pickling, producing crisp, blocky, medium-green cucumbers that stay firm and crunchy in brine, though they are also good fresh when young.
When should I harvest Boston Pickling cucumbers?
Pick them small, at 2-3 inches for gherkins or 5-6 inches for dill pickles. Frequent picking keeps the vines producing heavily all season.
How long until Boston Pickling cucumbers are ready?
They mature quickly, in about 55-60 days from sowing, giving a heavy, concentrated harvest that is convenient for putting up pickles.
How far apart should cucumber plants be spaced?
Space plants 12 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart, or grow in hills of 2-3 plants. A trellis saves space and keeps fruit clean and straight.
When and where should I plant Boston Pickling?
Sow directly after the last frost once soil is 65-70F, in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. Cucumbers grow as warm-season annuals in all zones.
How many seeds are in a packet and are they heirloom?
Each packet contains about 100 seeds of this open-pollinated, non-GMO heirloom dating to the 1800s, so seed can be saved for future crops.
What size should I pick for pickles?
Harvest at 2–5 inches for the crispest, most uniform pickles.
Can I grow it on a trellis?
Yes, trellising saves space, keeps fruit clean, and improves air flow.
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