National Pickling Heirloom Cucumber

National Pickling Heirloom Cucumber Seeds bring a time-tested classic to your garden, trusted by home growers and commercial producers since 1924. This dependable heirloom produces medium-green, blocky fruits with black spines, crisp flesh, and tender skins that are perfect for pickling. The flavor is fresh and mild, making these cucumbers just as useful for small, crunchy gherkins as they are for classic sandwich slices and salads.

Plants start bearing early and continue producing over an extended season, giving you a steady supply of cucumbers for jars, salads, and snacks. Compact, vigorous vines spread 3–4 feet in full sun and perform well in garden beds or larger containers with adequate support. With its combination of reliability, productivity, and versatility in the kitchen, National Pickling remains a go-to variety for anyone who wants cucumbers that are tailor-made for pickling but still excellent for fresh eating.

Days to Maturity: 52 Days
Sow Method: Start Indoors or Direct Sow
Sowing Depth: ½ Inch
Plant Spacing: 4 Inches
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Plant Spread: 3–4 Feet
Fruit Size: 2–3 Inches for Gherkins; 5–6 Inches for Slicing
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