{"product_id":"cucumber-slicing-painted-serpent-50-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Cucumber Slicing Painted Serpent 50 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 79, 17);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainted Serpent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e cucumber seeds produce long, slender heirloom fruits with distinctive green striping, gentle ribbing, thin edible skin, and crisp, mild flesh. This non-GMO slicing variety brings an eye-catching harvest to the garden while delivering the refreshing flavor and tender texture gardeners want for salads, sandwiches, snacks, and quick pickles. Harvest the cucumbers while they are young and tender for the best eating quality, and provide sturdy support to keep the long fruits straighter and easier to find. With full sun, rich soil, and steady moisture, Painted Serpent vines can provide a generous warm-season harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 79, 17);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 89%. Test Date: 3\/26. 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Mix finished compost into the bed before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow after the last frost when soil temperatures remain above 60°F, or start seeds indoors about 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 12 to 18 inches apart in rows 36 to 48 inches apart. Give vines room to spread or provide a sturdy trellis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Train vines on a fence or trellis to improve airflow, keep fruits cleaner, and make the long cucumbers easier to harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruit development. Water at the soil line to help keep foliage dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add compost before planting and use a balanced vegetable fertilizer. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage leaves over fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encourage bees and other pollinators by growing flowering plants nearby and avoiding sprays during bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check vines often and harvest young fruits while they are tender and crisp. Frequent picking encourages continued production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proudly supplying quality seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Learn more about our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/pages\/safe-seed-integrity-pledge\"\u003eSafe Seed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e We meet applicable requirements for selling vegetable seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our team is here to help you grow with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh salads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice into garden, Greek, or cucumber salads for a crisp, colorful addition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSandwiches and wraps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add thin slices to sandwiches, wraps, burgers, and grain bowls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnacking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve chilled with hummus, tzatziki, ranch dip, or a sprinkle of salt and herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick pickles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice young fruits and cover with seasoned vinegar brine for easy refrigerator pickles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold soups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend with yogurt, herbs, lemon, and garlic for a refreshing chilled soup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightly cooked:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sauté or stir-fry thicker slices briefly with garlic and other summer vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(244, 11, 45);\"\u003eOrder Painted Serpent Cucumber Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(244, 11, 45);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow crisp, colorful slicing cucumbers for fresh salads, snacks, and homemade pickles.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplies to harvested cucumber fruit, not seeds. 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