Xotica Collection Cucumber Lemon Apple Seeds

Xotica Collection Cucumber Lemon Apple Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

Cucumis sativus ‘Lemon Apple’ is an unusual heirloom cucumber variety producing small, round fruits resembling lemons in shape and colour.

 

The skin ripens to pale yellow, while the flesh remains crisp, juicy, and refreshing with a mild cucumber flavour. Fruits are typically 5–8 cm across, perfect for slicing, pickling, or eating fresh. Highly ornamental as well as productive, this variety is a conversation piece in the garden and a delight in the kitchen.

 

Perfect for sunny beds, borders, pots, and containers. Plants are vigorous and trailing, producing abundant fruits through summer.

 

Excellent for greenhouse growing in cooler climates, or outdoors in warm sheltered positions.

 

Seed Qty Approx 2 grams 

 

Sow April to May indoors on a warm windowsill or in a propagator.

Germination 7 to 14 days in warm, steady conditions.

Soil and Position Fertile, well-drained soil; loam or sandy soils enriched with organic matter. Plant in full sun.

Height Vines spreading up to 1.5 m; trailing habit.

Harvest July to September; fruits ripen to pale yellow and are best picked young for tenderness.

 

Sowing instructions

Sow seeds individually in pots of moist compost, covering lightly. Keep warm and evenly moist until germination. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into larger pots or directly outdoors after the last frost. Provide supports or allow vines to trail. Water regularly and mulch to retain soil moisture. Harvest fruits frequently to encourage continued production.

 

Grow and maintenance

Plant in full sun in fertile, free draining soil. Water generously during dry spells to support fruit development. Feed with a balanced fertiliser during growth. Train vines to spread and avoid overcrowding. Harvest fruits promptly to maintain crispness and flavour. In cooler regions, cucumbers benefit from greenhouse or polytunnel protection to extend warmth and growing season.

 

Uses and benefits

Perfect for salads, pickling, and fresh eating. Lemon Apple cucumbers are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, offering both nutritional and ornamental value. Their unique shape and colour make them a standout addition to summer harvests. Part of the Xotica Collection, showcasing exotic and unusual varieties for passionate growers.

 

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