Gherkin Fin De Meaux Seed

 

Gherkin Fin de Meaux (Cucumis sativus L.) is a classic, pickling cucumber variety renowned for its small, crisp, and tender fruits. With its dark green, evenly shaped gherkins, it is ideal for traditional pickles, relishes, and fresh salads. This reliable variety is perfect for gardeners seeking consistent, high-quality cucumbers throughout the growing season.

 

Fin de Meaux produces vigorous, bushy vines that are compact yet productive, making it suitable for containers, raised beds, or garden plots. The plants are disease-resistant, easy to grow, and thrive in warm, sunny positions with fertile, well-drained soil. Regular harvesting encourages continuous fruiting, ensuring an abundant yield.

 

In addition to its culinary appeal, Gherkin Fin de Meaux attracts pollinators and adds ornamental interest to vegetable gardens with its healthy green foliage and compact growth habit.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 1 gram

 

Sow: March – May

Germination: 7 – 14 days

Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter

Height/Spread: 30 – 50 cm (compact bushy vines)

Harvesting: June – September

Companion Plants: Beans, Corn, Lettuce

Avoid Planting With: Potatoes

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Indoors: Sow seeds from March to May in trays or pots filled with fine, moist compost. Cover lightly and maintain a temperature of 18–21°C until germination. Transplant seedlings when strong enough and harden off before planting outdoors.

 

Outdoors: Direct sow from late April to May in prepared, fertile soil. Sow 2–3 seeds per hole, spaced 40–50 cm apart, and thin to the strongest seedling per position. Water regularly and provide full sun for optimum fruit development.

 

Harvest fruits regularly to encourage continuous production throughout the season.

 

Gherkin Fin de Meaux is a productive, compact, and flavourful pickling cucumber, ideal for fresh use or preserving, making it a must-have for every kitchen garden.

 

 

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