Cucumber Slicing Straight Eight is a vigorous open-pollinated heirloom prized for its long, straight fruits that are ideal for slicing and fresh eating. Introduced in 1935 and an All-America Selections winner, this proven cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and produces high yields of uniform 8 inch cucumbers with excellent flavor and consistent quality. As a monoecious plant, it relies on bees, insects, or wind to pollinate its female flowers, which makes it an excellent choice for pollinator-friendly gardens. Harvest in about 70 days from planting.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 11/25. WILL.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%.

Why Choose Straight Eight Cucumber?

• Award-Winning Heritage: A 1935 All-America Selections winner that has stayed in gardens for ninety years for good reason.
• Straight, Uniform Fruit: Reliably straight 8 inch cucumbers with deep green skin — beautiful on the plate and easy to slice.
• High Yields: Vigorous vines produce heavily all season when picked regularly.
• Adaptable: Performs in full sun or partial shade, forgiving of small mistakes and easy for first-time gardeners.
• Heirloom & Open-Pollinated: Passed down through generations for at least 75 years — save your own seed year after year.
• Non-GMO Seeds: Plants whose DNA has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.

Planting Tips for Success

• Sunlight: Full sun is best, at least 6 to 8 hours per day, though this variety tolerates partial shade.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter with a pH of 6.0–6.8.
• Planting: Direct sow after all frost danger has passed and soil temperatures reach 60–70°F. Can also be started indoors 3–4 weeks before transplanting.
• Spacing: Sow 1 inch deep, 6 inches apart in rows 3–5 feet apart. Thin to 12 inches apart once seedlings emerge.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist. Water at the base to reduce foliar disease pressure.
• Support: Train vines up a trellis or fence for straighter fruit, better air circulation, and easier picking.
• Fertilizing: Side-dress with a balanced vegetable fertilizer when vines begin to run. Avoid excess nitrogen, which favors foliage over fruit.
• Harvesting: Pick at about 8 inches while the skin is still deep green. Frequent harvest keeps the vines producing.

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• Great Customer Service: David answers all customer service questions, usually within a few minutes.
• Vegetable Seed License: David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.

Cooking Methods

• Fresh Eating: Slice into rounds or spears for a crisp, hydrating snack straight from the garden.
• Salads: The classic slicer for garden salads, Greek salad, and creamy cucumber and onion salad.
• Sandwiches: Thin slices add crunch to tea sandwiches, wraps, and burgers.
• Quick Pickles: Slice and cover with vinegar, dill, and garlic for refrigerator pickles ready in a day.
• Infused Water: Add slices to a pitcher with mint or lemon for a cooling summer drink.

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Nutritional Information

(Applies to harvested cucumber fruit, not seeds. Per 1 cup sliced cucumber, approx. 119g.)

• Calories: 16
• Total Fat: 0.1g
• Sodium: 2mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 3.8g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
• Total Sugars: 1.7g
• Protein: 0.7g
• Vitamin K: 8.5mcg (7% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 193mg (4% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 2.9mg (3% Daily Value)

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Heirloom and open-pollinated varieties may exhibit natural variation in size, color, and maturation. Results may vary based on growing conditions, climate, and gardening practices.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Refrigeration in an airtight container extends viability. Properly stored cucumber seeds remain viable for 5–7 years.
• Planting Zones: Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 4–11. Cucumbers thrive in warm conditions and should not be planted until all frost danger has passed. Consult your local extension service for zone-specific planting guidance.

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