Garden Seeds
Cucumber Seeds - Marketmore 76
by Sow Me Seeds · United States
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Marketmore 76 Cucumber is a dependable heirloom favorite known for its crisp texture, rich flavor, and excellent garden performance. The vigorous vines produce abundant, uniform, dark-green fruits that remain tender and non-bitter even in warm conditions.
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Perfect for home gardens and market growers alike. [split_description] Why You’ll Love It Crisp Texture: Firm, tender skins with a refreshing crunch in every slice. Reliable Yields: Vigorous vines set plentiful fruits through warm weather. Balanced Flavor: Mild, refreshing taste without bitterness when kept evenly watered. Versatile Use: Excellent for slicing, salads, sandwiches, and quick pickles. Beginner-Friendly: Adaptable to trellises or garden beds; resilient and easy to grow. Plant Characteristics Height: 12–18 inches (vines reach 5–6 feet if unstaked) Growth Habit: Vining Leaf and Flower Color: Green foliage with bright yellow blooms Days to Maturity: 58–70 days Hardiness: Warm-season annual Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Mild, clean, and refreshingly cool Culinary Uses: Perfect for fresh slicing, salads, sandwiches, and pickles Cooking Tips: Harvest early in the day and chill promptly to preserve crunch Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Beans, peas, radishes, corn, and sunflowers Avoid Planting Near: Potatoes and strong aromatic herbs like sage Bonus Benefit: Yellow blossoms attract pollinators that improve fruit set Common Issues and Solutions Powdery Mildew: Improve airflow, mulch the soil, and water at the base early in the day. Cucumber Beetles: Use row covers on young plants; remove weeds and debris to reduce habitat. Bitter Fruit: Maintain steady moisture and harvest regularly at 6–8 inches to prevent over-ripening. Seeds Per 1g Approximately 35 3g Approximately 105