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Cucumber Seeds - Boston Pickling
$2.75
$2.95
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(Non-GMO, Heirloom)
Boston Pickling Cucumber – The Time-Tested Canner’s Favorite for Crisp Pickles and Heavy Garden Yields
Shop the highest quality Boston Pickling Cucumber seeds for the ultimate home-preservation harvest. This legendary heirloom dates all the way back to 1880 and has remained a staple for home canners ever since. Known for its distinctively blunt-ended, bright green fruits, the Boston Pickling is the "Big Kahuna" of the pickling world because of its high sugar-to-acid ratio and exceptional crunch. At The Seed Guy, we recommend this variety because it is incredibly prolific; the more you harvest, the more the plant produces, ensuring your kitchen is never short of fresh cucumbers for the brine.
In the garden, Boston Pickling is a fast-growing variety that begins producing fruit much earlier than slicing types. The vines are vigorous and produce 3-to-6-inch fruits that are uniform in shape, which makes them perfect for fitting into jars. While it is the gold standard for dills and bread-and-butter pickles, these cucumbers are also delicious when eaten fresh as a small, crunchy snack. They are fantastic companion plants for radishes and sunflowers, and because they are open-pollinated heirlooms, they possess a vigor and reliability that modern hybrids often lack. At The Seed Guy, our seeds are tested for elite germination and fast-maturing yields, helping you fill your pantry with the best home-grown pickles you’ve ever tasted.
Why choose heirloom Boston Pickling Cucumber Seeds?
✅ 100% Non-GMO
✅ Open-pollinated
✅ Legendary 1880s heirloom specifically for pickling
✅ High-yielding vines provide a continuous harvest
✅ Crisp, crunchy texture that holds up during the canning process
✅ Fast-maturing variety for early summer harvests
✅ Perfectly shaped for uniform packing in mason jars
✅ Versatile for both pickling and fresh, crunchy snacking
Quick Growing Specifications:
Hardiness Zone: 3-12
Days to Maturity: 50-55 Days
Planting Depth: 1/2" Deep
Plant Spacing: 12" Apart
Germination: 7-10 Days
Boston Pickling Cucumber Planting Instructions:
1. When to Plant: Sow seeds directly into the garden after the soil has reached 70°F. Pickling cucumbers grow very quickly, so they can also be planted for a late summer crop in many zones.
2. Preparation: Choose a sunny spot with fertile, well-drained soil. Work in 2-3 inches of compost before planting. Ensure the soil remains loose so the roots can spread easily.
3. Sowing: Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep. Space plants 12 inches apart in rows 3 feet apart. If you have limited space, these vines are excellent candidates for growing up a trellis or netting.
4. Thinning and Care: Thin seedlings once they have two sets of true leaves. Consistent watering is the secret to non-bitter cucumbers; aim for 1-2 inches of water per week, especially when the fruit is forming. Mulching around the base to keep weeds down and moisture in.
5. Pests and Diseases: Keep an eye out for aphids and cucumber beetles. Harvesting frequently not only prevents the fruit from becoming too large and seedy but also encourages the plant to keep blooming. Rotate your cucumber crop every year to avoid soil-borne wilt.
Cucumis sativus
Specific References
🌱 Approx. 60 Premium Seeds
(Non-GMO, Heirloom)
Boston Pickling Cucumber – The Time-Tested Canner’s Favorite for Crisp Pickles and Heavy Garden Yields
Shop the highest quality Boston Pickling Cucumber seeds for the ultimate home-preservation harvest. This legendary heirloom dates all the way back to 1880 and has remained a staple for home canners ever since. Known for its distinctively blunt-ended, bright green fruits, the Boston Pickling is the "Big Kahuna" of the pickling world because of its high sugar-to-acid ratio and exceptional crunch. At The Seed Guy, we recommend this variety because it is incredibly prolific; the more you harvest, the more the plant produces, ensuring your kitchen is never short of fresh cucumbers for the brine.
In the garden, Boston Pickling is a fast-growing variety that begins producing fruit much earlier than slicing types. The vines are vigorous and produce 3-to-6-inch fruits that are uniform in shape, which makes them perfect for fitting into jars. While it is the gold standard for dills and bread-and-butter pickles, these cucumbers are also delicious when eaten fresh as a small, crunchy snack. They are fantastic companion plants for radishes and sunflowers, and because they are open-pollinated heirlooms, they possess a vigor and reliability that modern hybrids often lack. At The Seed Guy, our seeds are tested for elite germination and fast-maturing yields, helping you fill your pantry with the best home-grown pickles you’ve ever tasted.
Why choose heirloom Boston Pickling Cucumber Seeds?
✅ 100% Non-GMO
✅ Open-pollinated
✅ Legendary 1880s heirloom specifically for pickling
✅ High-yielding vines provide a continuous harvest
✅ Crisp, crunchy texture that holds up during the canning process
✅ Fast-maturing variety for early summer harvests
✅ Perfectly shaped for uniform packing in mason jars
✅ Versatile for both pickling and fresh, crunchy snacking
Cucumber Seeds - Boston Pickling
$2.75
$2.95
Save $0.20