Middle East

50 days. Cucumis sativus. Open Pollinated. Persian Middle East Cucumber. This early maturing plant produces high yields of 5 to 7" long sweet and crunchy cucumbers. It is a popular cucumber variety prized for its thin, smooth skin, crisp texture, and sweet, rarely bitter flavor. They originated in the Middle East, notably Israel, in the early to mid-20th century, and are excellent for fresh eating, salads, snacking, and pickling. Vines bear extremely early and are very productive. Adaptable to a variety of climates. Excellent fresh or pickled. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. A favorite variety from the Middle East region.