Marketmore – Cucumber Seed

Description

Grow delicious, crisp cucumbers with Marie Ballard Aster Marketmore 76 – Cucumber Seed. Renowned for its disease resistance and consistent performance, Marketmore 76 is an excellent variety for both home gardeners and commercial growers. This classic cucumber variety produces dark green, smooth-skinned fruits that are perfect for fresh eating, slicing, and pickling. With a high yield and strong disease resistance, it’s the ideal choice for gardeners looking to grow healthy, flavorful cucumbers.

Marketmore 76 cucumbers are known for their firm, uniform texture, and excellent taste. They are typically harvested at about 8 inches (20 cm) in length, making them perfect for slicing into salads or sandwiches. They are also a top pick for pickling due to their thick skin and crisp flesh, which holds up well during the canning process.

Key Features:

• Disease Resistance: Strong resistance to common cucumber diseases, including powdery mildew and mosaic virus, ensuring a healthy crop.
• High Yield: Consistent, high-quality cucumbers produced in abundance throughout the growing season.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for fresh eating, slicing, and pickling, making it a great all-around cucumber variety.
• Uniform Size: Produces uniform, straight, dark green cucumbers approximately 8 inches (20 cm) in length.
• Excellent Flavor: Crisp, sweet flavor with a firm texture, perfect for a variety of dishes.

Specifications:

• Seed Type: Non-GMO
• Maturity: 55-60 days from sowing for harvest
• Fruit Size: 8 inches (20 cm) long
• Spacing: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) between plants; 36 inches (90 cm) between rows
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0
• Growing Conditions: Prefers full sun, with regular watering to maintain moisture
• Harvest Time: 55-60 days from sowing for mature cucumbers

Why Choose Marie Ballard Aster Marketmore 76 – Cucumber Seed?

• Disease-Resistant: Excellent resistance to common cucumber diseases, ensuring a strong, healthy harvest.
• High Yields: Produces a high quantity of cucumbers with excellent quality, perfect for fresh eating or preserving.
• Versatile for Cooking: Ideal for slicing, salads, and making pickles, offering great versatility in the kitchen.
• Early Maturity: Ready for harvest in as little as 55-60 days, allowing you to enjoy cucumbers early in the season.
• Perfect for Gardeners of All Levels: A reliable variety that performs well in various growing conditions, from small home gardens to larger plots.

Plant Marie Ballard Aster Marketmore 76 – Cucumber Seed and enjoy abundant, disease-resistant crops of crunchy, sweet cucumbers perfect for fresh salads or pickling. With its reliable yield and easy-to-grow nature, it’s the perfect addition to any vegetable garden.