Boston Pickling is part of the Cucumis genus and is a Cucumber variety. Its scientific name is Cucumis sativus 'Boston Pickling'. 'Boston Pickling' is considered a heirloom cultivar. Boston Pickling grows as an Annual and is a Vegetable. Being an Annual, it tends to grow best over the course of a single year. Boston Pickling normally reaches to a mature height of 11.7 inches (30.0 cm). Expect blooming to occur in late spring. |
Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.47 inches (1.2 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination. Days to Germination |
![]() Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Boston Pickling is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Use USDA Hardiness Zone 3 - 14 as your guideline for the appropriate climate for this plant. Boston Pickling requires a soil ph of 5.5 - 6.8 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil. |
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