- Small, fleshy gherkin variety ideal for pickling
- Mid-green colour and cylindrical shape
- Perfect for adding to salads for a crisp texture
- Easy to grow, ideal for beginners and experienced gardeners
- Thrives in various growing conditions including pots and raised beds
- Quick harvest time from sowing
- Compact size, perfect for small garden spaces
Tropical & Sub-Tropical: All Year Around
Temperate: Spring and Early Summer
Cool: Spring and Early Summer
How to Grow
Position: Full sun
How
For early sowing, raise in pots of Yates Seed Raising Mix in a well-lit, protected spot. Transplant after 3-4 weeks. For direct sowing press 4-5 seeds into mounds of moist soil 40cm apart. Later thin to the two strongest plants. Plants can also be sown next to a supporting trellis or tripod (approx 1.5m).
Care
Grow in a sunny, well-drained position. Raised seed beds give best results. Prepare soil by adding Thrive Granular All Purpose Fertiliser. Apply Yates Thrive Soluble Fertiliser regularly to encourage stronger growth. Protect from snails with Yates Blitzem.
Hint
Great companion plant for basil, beans, broccoli, carrots, corn, lettuce, potatoes, parsnip, radish and tomatoes. Harvesting daily, when 5-10cm long, ensures bumper crops.
Yates Cucumber Super Gherkin Pickling Seeds produce a small, fleshy gherkin variety that thrives with minimal effort. Perfect for home gardeners, these seeds yield cucumbers that are mid-green, cylindrical in shape, and ideal for making pickles. The compact nature of these gherkins makes them excellent for tight spaces, whether in pots, raised beds, or traditional garden plots. Apart from pickling, they also add a crisp, refreshing touch to salads. Known for their ease of growth, they are perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. With a quick turnaround from sowing to harvest, these cucumbers are a great choice for anyone wanting to enjoy homegrown, fresh pickles.
