Cucumber Pickling Boston is a cherished heirloom variety trusted by gardeners since the 19th century. These reliable plants produce uniform, flavorful cucumbers ideal for pickling, fresh salads, and snacking straight from the vine. Known for their crisp texture and consistent size, Boston Pickling Cucumbers deliver the authentic taste home gardeners crave. Harvest in about 70 days. Slice or pickle whole.

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

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%.

Why Choose Boston Pickling Cucumber?

• Classic 19th-Century Heirloom: One of America’s most trusted pickling cucumbers — proven across generations of home gardeners and market growers.
• Outstanding Pickling Performance: Uniform size, thin skin, and crisp flesh make Boston Pickling the go-to choice for dill pickles, bread-and-butter pickles, and relish.
• High 94% Germination Rate: Exceptional germination confidence before it reaches your hands.
• Dual Use: Excellent pickled whole or sliced fresh in salads and snacking — versatile from garden to table.
• Prolific Producer: Heavy-yielding vines produce continuously throughout the season — the more you harvest, the more they produce.
• Heirloom Seed: Passed down through generations for at least 75 years for reliable, consistent harvests.
• Non-GMO Seeds: DNA structure never altered from natural traditional breeding methods.

Planting Tips for Success

• When to Plant: Direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil temperatures reach 60°F+. Cucumbers are frost-sensitive — do not plant early.
• Planting Depth: Sow seeds 1 inch deep, 3–6 inches apart in rows 36–60 inches apart, or in hills of 3–5 seeds spaced 36 inches apart.
• Sunlight: Full sun — at least 6–8 hours daily for vigorous growth and heavy fruit set.
• Soil: Rich, well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0. Amend with compost for best yields.
• Watering: Water deeply and consistently — 1–2 inches per week. Uneven watering causes bitter fruit. Water at the base to prevent leaf disease.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting, then side-dress with a nitrogen-rich fertilizer once vines begin to run.
• Support: Train vines up a trellis or fence to improve airflow, reduce disease, and make harvesting easier.
• Harvest: Pick cucumbers at 2–3 inches for whole pickling or 4–5 inches for slicing. Harvest frequently — leaving overripe fruit on the vine signals the plant to stop producing.

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Cooking Methods

• Classic Dill Pickles: Pack whole 2–3" cucumbers into jars with fresh dill, garlic, mustard seed, and white vinegar brine — Boston Pickling is the traditional choice.
• Bread & Butter Pickles: Slice thin and pickle in a sweet vinegar brine with onions, turmeric, and celery seed.
• Relish: Finely chop and combine with onion, peppers, and vinegar for classic cucumber relish.
• Fresh Salads: Slice thin for cucumber salads with dill, red onion, and sour cream or vinaigrette.
• Snacking: Enjoy straight from the vine — crisp and refreshing with a light, clean flavor.
• Fermented Pickles: Use a salt brine (no vinegar) for traditional lacto-fermented half-sour or full-sour dill pickles.

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Add this classic 19th-century heirloom to your garden and enjoy crisp, uniform cucumbers perfect for pickling and fresh eating all season long.

Nutritional Information

(Applies to harvested cucumbers, not seeds. Per 1 cup (119g) sliced raw cucumber with peel.)

• Calories: 16
• Total Carbohydrates: 3.8g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.6g
• Sugars: 1.7g
• Protein: 0.7g
• 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 may vary based on soil, climate, and growing conditions.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Properly stored cucumber seeds maintain viability for 5–6 years.
• Planting Zones: Grown as a warm-season annual in all USDA zones. Direct sow after last frost in Zones 3–11. In Zones 9–11, plant in early spring and again in late summer for fall harvest.

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