Cucumbers

62 days. Cucumis sativus. Open Pollinated. Telegraph Improved Cucumber. The plant produces excellent yields of 15 to 18" long green cucumbers. It is a popular heirloom cucumber variety, originally developed in the late 1800s in England, primarily for greenhouse cultivation. These are just like the ones found at the grocery store, but much fresher because they come straight from your garden. These long cucumbers stay crisp and fresher longer than other varieties. They are burpless, mild-flavored, and never bitter. Also known as English Telegraph Cucumber. Good for summer or winter production. This is an excellent greenhouse variety. The plants will grow up to 8 feet in a greenhouse, are easily trellised, and set fruit without pollination. Does well in the garden outdoors, too. Excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer’s Markets, and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, AMES 3948. A 1897 heirloom variety from England.