Cucumber Pickling Boston is a cherished heirloom variety trusted by gardeners since the 19th century. Its vigorous vines produce uniform, crisp cucumbers with thin skin and a classic pickling texture. Harvest the fruit young for whole dill pickles, let it reach slicing size for fresh salads and snacks, or preserve a generous harvest as relish and bread-and-butter pickles. Boston Pickling Cucumbers mature in approximately 70 days and reward frequent harvesting throughout the season.

Germination Rate: 94%. Test Date: 10/25. TLM.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%.

Why Choose Boston Pickling Cucumber?

• Classic 19th-century heirloom: A traditional variety valued by generations of home gardeners.
• Outstanding pickling quality: Crisp flesh, thin skin, and uniform fruit are ideal for dill pickles, bread-and-butter pickles, and relish.
• Early harvest: Produces usable cucumbers in approximately 70 days.
• Dual-purpose harvest: Pick young for preserving or allow fruit to reach slicing size for salads and fresh snacking.
• Prolific vines: Regular harvesting encourages continued production through the growing season.
• Heirloom, non-GMO seed: Open-pollinated seed for gardeners who value traditional varieties and dependable flavor.

Planting Tips for Success

• Direct sow outdoors after the last frost when soil temperatures reach at least 60°F. Cucumbers are frost-sensitive.
• Sow seeds about 1 inch deep, 3–6 inches apart in rows 36–60 inches apart, or plant in hills with 3–5 seeds spaced about 36 inches apart.
• Choose full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily for strong vines and reliable fruit set.
• Grow in rich, well-drained soil with a pH around 6.0–7.0. Mix in compost before planting.
• Water deeply and consistently, providing about 1–2 inches per week. Uneven moisture can lead to bitter fruit, so water at the soil line when possible.
• Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting, then side-dress once vines begin to run if plants need additional nutrition.
• Train vines onto a trellis or fence to improve airflow, reduce disease pressure, and make fruit easier to find.
• Harvest at about 2–3 inches for whole pickling or 4–5 inches for slicing. Pick often, since oversized fruit can slow new production.
• Inspect vines regularly for cucumber beetles, squash bugs, and powdery mildew, and remove damaged leaves promptly.

Why Choose David's Garden Seeds®?

• Veteran-Owned: David's Garden Seeds® has supplied quality seeds since 2009.
• GO TEXAN Certified: Proudly supporting local agriculture and communities.
• Integrity Pledge: Learn more about our Safe Seed Integrity Pledge.
• Vegetable Seed License: Offered in accordance with applicable vegetable seed labeling requirements.
• Great Customer Service: We are here to help with your gardening questions.

Cooking Methods

• Classic dill pickles: Pack whole 2–3 inch cucumbers into jars with dill, garlic, mustard seed, and a vinegar brine.
• Bread-and-butter pickles: Slice thin and preserve in a sweet vinegar brine with onion, turmeric, and celery seed.
• Relish: Finely chop cucumbers with onion and peppers, then combine with vinegar for a classic condiment.
• Fresh salads: Slice for cucumber salads with dill, red onion, sour cream, or vinaigrette.
• Snacking: Enjoy young cucumbers straight from the vine for a crisp, refreshing bite.
• Fermented pickles: Use a salt brine without vinegar for traditional half-sour or full-sour dill pickles.

Order Boston Pickling Cucumber Seeds Today

Add this classic heirloom to your garden for crisp cucumbers ready for pickling, fresh eating, and preserving all season long.

Nutritional Information

Applies to harvested cucumbers, not seeds. Approximate values per 1 cup (119 g) of sliced raw 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: Seed variety, appearance, and packet design may vary slightly from images shown. Results depend on soil, climate, care, 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. Direct sow after the last frost, following local soil temperatures and frost dates. In warmer regions, an additional late-summer planting may provide a fall harvest.

Grow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.