Cucumber Marketmore

Franchi - Cucumber Marketmore

Cucumber 'Marketmore' Seeds: The Reliable Outdoor Slicer 

Cucumber 'Marketmore' is a classic, high-yielding variety that is renowned worldwide for its reliability and excellent flavour. Unlike many cucumbers that demand a greenhouse, 'Marketmore' is an outstanding ridge-type suitable for growing outdoors in sheltered spots across the UK and Ireland. It produces heavy crops of straight, dark green, cylindrical fruits (typically 20-25cm long) with a crisp texture and refreshingly rich, bitter-free taste. An RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM) winner, this variety also boasts good natural resistance to common cucumber diseases, ensuring a productive and rewarding harvest for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.

• Outdoor Ridge Type: Specifically bred to thrive in outdoor conditions, making it an excellent choice for gardens in the UK and Ireland without the need for a heated greenhouse.

• High Yield/Prolific: Known for producing a consistently heavy crop of fruit throughout the season, even in less-than-ideal growing conditions.

• Disease Resistance: Offers good resistance to several common cucumber diseases, including Cucumber Mosaic Virus (CMV) and mildew, ensuring a more robust harvest.
  

Gardener's Tip for Bitter-Free Fruits 

The key to a long, bitter-free harvest of 'Marketmore' cucumbers is consistent watering. Start seeds indoors in small pots in April/May, planting them on their side. Once planted outdoors in late May/June, establish a regular watering routine. Cucumbers need copious amounts of water, especially when the fruits begin to swell. Never let the soil dry out completely, as fluctuations in moisture are the primary cause of bitterness in the fruit. A good mulch (like straw or compost) around the base of the plant will help retain this vital moisture and keep the fruits clean.

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