{"product_id":"boston-pickling-cucumber-seeds","title":"Boston Pickling Cucumber Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"207\"\u003eBoston Pickling Cucumber\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic heirloom variety valued for its vigorous growth and reliable harvests. Dating back to the late 1800s, this long-standing favorite produces strong, productive vines that set abundant crops of smooth, medium-sized cucumbers. The bright green fruits are uniform in shape with crisp, tender flesh, making them especially well suited for pickling. Known for its consistent quality and dependability, Boston Pickling remains a trusted choice for gardeners looking to grow traditional pickling cucumbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eSeed Packet Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eApproximate Seed Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~30 seeds (Standard home-garden packet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003ePacked with care and shipped from Kentucky.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"280\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"428\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"319\"\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"322\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"334\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boston Pickling Cucumber\u003cbr data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"376\"\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-pollinated heirloom\u003cbr data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"404\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"419\"\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"448\"\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eBoston Pickling cucumber produces vigorous vines that deliver heavy yields of smooth, medium-sized cucumbers. Plants typically reach 8–12 inches in height but spread readily and benefit from trellising to keep fruit clean and uniform. The bright green cucumbers are crisp and tender, making them ideal for pickling while also being excellent for fresh use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"825\"\u003eGrowing Basics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"847\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"847\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"836\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"867\"\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eSow Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"952\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"952\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"941\"\u003eSow Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2 inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"991\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"991\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"973\"\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 12 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow ample room for vines or trellis growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eGrowing Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well suited for garden beds or trellised growing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Main season crop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 52 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eGrowing Guide: Cucumbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eCucumbers are a versatile garden crop grown for fresh eating, pickling, and more. Varieties differ in size, shape, and color, but all cucumbers are fast-growing and productive when given warm conditions and consistent care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"554\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eBefore Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eCucumbers thrive in warm, fertile, well-drained soil and do not tolerate cold conditions. Plant only after all danger of frost has passed and both soil and air temperatures have warmed. For best growth and fruit quality, soil should stay evenly moist and rich in organic matter. Cucumbers perform best in neutral soil conditions, around a pH of 7.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"930\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"944\"\u003ePlanting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eCucumbers can be direct sown outdoors or started indoors for transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eDirect Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eWait until soil temperatures reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eat least 70°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eSeeds will not germinate reliably in cool soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eSow seeds about \u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e1\/2 inch deep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eSpace plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eabout 12 inches apart\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003eAllow plenty of room for vines to spread or climb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eStarting Indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eStart seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e3–4 weeks before planting outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003eSow \u003cstrong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e1–2 seeds per cell\u003c\/strong\u003e, thinning to the strongest seedling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eKeep temperatures warm during germination and early growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eTransplant carefully to avoid disturbing roots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eUsing biodegradable pots can help reduce transplant shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eProvide consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Cucumbers typically need about \u003cstrong data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e1 inch of water per week\u003c\/strong\u003e. Uneven watering can lead to misshapen fruit or reduced yields, so steady moisture is key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003eCucumbers benefit from nutrient-rich soil. Mix compost into the planting area before sowing or transplanting. During the growing season, occasional feeding with a balanced or organic fertilizer supports steady growth and fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003eOnce plants begin producing, cucumbers grow quickly and should be harvested often. Refer to individual varieties for expected maturity timelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eHarvest cucumbers frequently once fruiting begins to encourage continued production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003ePick cucumbers while they are firm and evenly colored\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003eRegular harvesting helps prevent oversized or bitter fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003eTraining cucumbers to grow on a trellis or cage improves air circulation, keeps fruit cleaner, and helps maximize harvests while reducing excess foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Backyard Harvest Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51703267262766,"sku":null,"price":3.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/0284\/7534\/files\/Boston-Pickling-Cucumber-Seeds.jpg?v=1768953208","url":"https:\/\/backyardharvestseeds.com\/products\/boston-pickling-cucumber-seeds","provider":"Backyard Harvest Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}