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Telegraph Improved Cucumber
$4.50
Packet - 20 to 25 Seeds
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Quick Facts
Days to Maturity65 days
SunlightFull Sun
Spacing12–18 Inches
Germination3–10 days
Growing Information
Growing Telegraph Improved Cucumber
Telegraph Improved Cucumber is an enhanced strain of the classic 1800s English heirloom, celebrated for its extra-long, slender fruits and smooth, glossy skin. This refined variety delivers crisp, mild, refreshing flavor without bitterness—thanks to its very small, soft seeds and naturally burpless texture.
Perfect for slicing, salads, sandwiches, or fresh eating, Telegraph Improved stays firm longer than many standard cucumbers. Its vigorous vines thrive when trellised and are ideal for both outdoor gardens and greenhouse production. Consistently uniform and highly productive, this improved English cucumber remains a favorite for home gardeners and market growers seeking exceptional quality and flavor.
- Days to Maturity: 55–65 Days
- Sow Method: Direct Sow or Start Indoors
- Sowing Depth: ½ Inch
- Plant Spacing: 12–18 Inches
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun
- Plant Height: 5–7 Feet (When Trellised)
- Fruit Size: 15-18 Inches Long
- Fruit Color: Deep Green, Glossy
- Fruit Type: English / Slicing Cucumber
- Flavor Profile: Mild, Refreshing, Burpless, Non-Bitter
- Seed Characteristics: Very Small, Soft Seeds
- Growth Habit: Vigorous Vining
- Special Features: Improved Heirloom, Stays Firm Longer, Ideal for Greenhouses, Highly Uniform
- Hardiness Zones: Zones 3–10
- Best Uses: Slicing, Salads, Snacking, Sandwiches, Market Production
Catalog Page: 6
How to start
Direct Sow or Start Indoors
Sowing depth
½ Inch
Plant height
5–7 Feet (When Trellised)
Botanical name
Cucumis sativus
Questions
FAQ
How should I start these seeds?
Recommended sow method: Direct Sow or Start Indoors.
How deep should I sow the seeds?
Sow at a depth of ½ Inch.
How long until they germinate?
Typical germination: 3–10 days.
How far apart should I space them?
Recommended spacing: 12–18 Inches.
How much sun do they need?
Recommended sun exposure: Full Sun.
What’s your germination guarantee?
We stand behind the germination quality of our seed. If you have a germination issue, contact our team and we'll help make it right.
Not sure when to plant in your area?
Planting dates depend on your local frost dates and growing zone.
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Telegraph Improved Cucumber$4.50 · Packet - 20 to 25 Seeds
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