Socrates – Organic Cucumber Seed

Description

The Marie Ballard Aster Socrates Organic F1 Cucumber Seed is a top-tier hybrid variety designed for organic gardening enthusiasts seeking high-quality, delicious cucumbers. Known for its crisp texture, sweet flavor, and excellent disease resistance, this F1 hybrid cucumber is perfect for both home gardeners and organic market growers. The Socrates cucumber produces dark green, smooth-skinned fruits that are ideal for fresh slicing, pickling, and salads. With its strong, vigorous growth and organic certification, this variety is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a reliable and bountiful harvest.

Features & Specifications:

• Type: Organic F1 Hybrid Cucumber
• Cucumber Type: Slicing cucumber, ideal for fresh consumption, salads, or pickling
• Fruit Size: 7-8 inches long with smooth, dark green skin
• Taste Profile: Crisp, refreshing, and mildly sweet with a tender texture
• Maturity Time: Approximately 50-55 days from planting to harvest
• Growing Conditions: Thrives in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil
• Plant Height: Vining, vigorous growth habit, suitable for trellising or spreading
• Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches apart for optimal growth and air circulation
• Soil pH: 6.0 - 6.5
• Watering: Requires consistent watering, especially during dry periods
• Disease Resistance: Excellent resistance to powdery mildew, downy mildew, and cucumber mosaic virus
• Seed Treatment: No chemical treatments – organic, non-GMO seeds for a natural growing experience
• Organic Certification: Certified organic, suitable for organic gardening and markets
• Seeds per Pack: 100+ premium quality seeds
• Germination Rate: 85-90%
• Container Friendly: Yes, ideal for large containers, raised beds, or vertical gardening systems
• Harvesting: Harvest when cucumbers reach 7-8 inches in length and are firm to the touch
• Uses: Perfect for fresh slicing, salads, pickling, and garnishing dishes

The Marie Ballard Aster Socrates Organic F1 Cucumber Seed offers organic gardeners a premium option for high yields, superior taste, and strong disease resistance. With its early maturity and smooth, tender cucumbers, this hybrid variety ensures a rewarding and organic-friendly harvest throughout the growing season.