Cucumber Slicing Armenian Yard Long produces uniquely pale green, spineless, ribbed fruits that can reach about 3 feet under ideal conditions. The name “Yard Long” refers to the fruit’s potential length, but not every cucumber reaches a full yard. Fruits are commonly harvested around 12–18 inches for the best tenderness and flavor, or allowed to grow longer for the signature yard-long appearance. Botanically a melon, this heirloom offers crisp, burpless flesh with no bitterness, a mildly sweet cucumber flavor, and subtle melon undertones. Train vines on a fence or trellis for straighter fruit and easier slicing. Monoecious plants rely on bees, other insects, or wind for pollination and fruit set.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 9/25. WILL.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%.

Why Choose Armenian Yard Long Cucumber?

• Signature long fruit: Pale green, ribbed cucumbers can reach about 3 feet while remaining crisp and easy to slice.
• Burpless and mild: Crisp flesh with no bitterness and a gently sweet flavor with melon-like undertones.
• Harvest flexibility: Pick around 12–18 inches for a tender, flavorful cucumber, or grow longer for a dramatic yard-long harvest.
• Spineless skin: Smooth, spineless fruit is comfortable to handle and prepare.
• Open-pollinated heirloom: A traditional variety that can be saved for future gardens.
• Fresh-eating favorite: Excellent for salads, sandwiches, snacks, and summer platters.

Planting Tips for Success

• Choose full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light each day.
• Direct sow after the last frost when soil temperatures reach at least 60–65°F, or start indoors 3–4 weeks before the last frost and transplant carefully.
• Plant seeds about 1 inch deep and 6–12 inches apart in rows 36–48 inches apart. Provide a sturdy trellis, fence, or other support.
• Grow in rich, well-drained soil with a pH around 6.0–7.0. Mix compost into the bed before planting.
• Water deeply and consistently, keeping the soil evenly moist. Water at the base to help reduce foliar disease pressure.
• Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting, then side-dress when vines begin to run if additional nutrition is needed.
• Train vines upward to encourage straighter fruit, improve airflow, and make the long cucumbers easier to find and harvest.
• Encourage pollination by growing near flowering plants and avoiding unnecessary disturbance of bees during bloom.
• Harvest around 12–18 inches for the most tender texture and mild flavor. Pick regularly to keep vines producing.
• Inspect plants for cucumber beetles, squash bugs, and powdery mildew, and remove damaged leaves promptly.

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Cooking Methods

• Fresh salads: Slice into green, Greek, and garden salads for crisp texture and a mild, refreshing flavor.
• Snacking: Enjoy chilled slices with hummus, tzatziki, ranch dip, or a sprinkle of salt and herbs.
• Sandwiches and wraps: Add thin slices to sandwiches, wraps, and grain bowls for a cool crunch.
• Quick pickles: Slice young fruit and pack in seasoned vinegar brine for a fast refrigerator pickle.
• Cold soups: Blend with yogurt, herbs, lemon, and garlic for a refreshing cucumber soup.
• Lightly cooked: Sauté or stir-fry thicker slices briefly with garlic and other summer vegetables.

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Nutritional Information

Applies to harvested cucumber fruit, not seeds. Approximate values per 1 cup (119 g) of sliced cucumber with peel.

• Calories: 16
• Total Carbohydrates: 3.8 g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.6 g
• Sugars: 1.7 g
• Protein: 0.7 g
• Vitamin K: 17% Daily Value
• Vitamin C: 5% Daily Value
• Potassium: 4% Daily Value
• Magnesium: 4% Daily Value

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Growing results vary by region, climate, soil, care, pollination, and harvest timing. Fruit length, ribbing, and flavor can vary with maturity and growing conditions.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Properly stored cucumber seed can remain viable for several years.
• Planting Zones: Cucumber is a warm-season annual. Plant after all frost danger has passed and follow local soil temperatures and planting dates for your area.

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