Variety field guide
What to expect from Russische Gurke Slicing cucumber Seeds
Russische Gurke Slicing cucumber seeds produce brown fruit, 6-8 inches, on vining/climbing plants.
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Russische Gurke Slicing cucumber seeds produce brown fruit, 6-8 inches, on vining/climbing plants. Grow it for fresh eating or pickling, trellised gardens, succession sowing, and summer harvest; Discover the heritage and robust flavor of Cucumber Seeds - Vining - Russische Gurke, a traditional European variety valued for its cold tolerance, strong growth, and crisp, flavorful fruits. Russische Gurke Cucumber Seeds produce rare Russian heirloom cucumber prized for its crisp, juicy texture and refreshing, mild flavor.
About Russische Gurke
Russische Gurke is an annual slicing cucumber with brown color, 49–60 in mature height or spread, and a vining/climbing habit. Harvest form or size: 6-8 inches. Botanically it is Cucumis sativus L. Maturity or first bloom: 60-69 Days; germination: 7-10 Days at 75–90 °F. Best for fresh eating or pickling, trellised gardens, succession sowing, and summer harvest. Discover the heritage and robust flavor of Cucumber Seeds - Vining - Russische Gurke, a traditional European variety valued for its cold tolerance, strong growth, and crisp, flavorful fruits.
History and provenance
Russische Gurke circulates as a named slicing cucumber within the cultivated history of Cucumis sativus L. Seed sold as Russische Gurke is identified by its brown color, growth form, harvest use, and the documented harvest traits. A complete breeder record, introduction year, family story, or uninterrupted custody chain has not been located for this seed lot. The cultivar identity is tied to observable crop traits that can be checked in a grow-out, not to an unsupported origin story. The skin is thin yet sturdy, making the fruits ideal for fresh eating, slicing, or pickling. Regular watering and trellising will encourage straight, uniform fruits and prolong the harvest season. Cherished for its adaptability and traditional flavor, the Russische Gurke Cucumber is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a reliable, high-quality variety with old-world charm. Grow Cucumber Seeds – Vining – Russische Gurke and enjoy abundant harvests of crisp, flavorful cucumbers that bring a taste of classic European gardening to your home. Public breeder or accession records do not fully document the exact strain sold as Russische Gurke. The supplied name and observable traits are retained without adding an unsupported lineage.
Growing facts
| Scientific name | Cucumis sativus L. |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Annual |
| Maturity / first bloom | 60-69 Days |
| Germination | 7-10 Days at 75–90 °F |
| Seed depth | 1/2 in |
| Plant height / spread | 49–60 in |
| Growth habit | Vining/Climbing |
| Spacing | 12 in between plants; 36 in between rows |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Soil | Loamy; pH 6.0–6.5 |
| Water | Moderate |
| Support | Trellis |
Starting Russische Gurke from seed
How to grow Russische Gurke Slicing cucumber
Botanical identity: Cucumis sativus L. Life cycle: Annual.
Sow 1/2 in and use a seed-zone temperature near 75–90 °F. Expected emergence: 7-10 Days. No stratification; direct sow into warm soil or start briefly in biodegradable cells and transplant young
Plant during Late Spring. Space plants 12 in apart with 36 in between rows or planting bands.
Provide Full sun, moderate water, and loamy near pH 6.0–6.5. Support: Trellis.
Garden performance and care
Harvest Russische Gurke frequently at the intended eating stage so oversized fruit does not slow production. Keep vines off wet soil where possible, water at the root zone, and watch early for cucumber beetles and wilt symptoms. Expected emergence is 7-10 Days; the listed maturity or bloom timing is 60-69 Days.
Harvest, bloom, and uses
Russische Gurke is best for fresh eating or pickling, trellised gardens, succession sowing, and summer harvest. Harvest form or size: 6-8 inches. Color at the principal harvest or mature stage: Brown. Discover the heritage and robust flavor of Cucumber Seeds - Vining - Russische Gurke, a traditional European variety valued for its cold tolerance, strong growth, and crisp, flavorful fruits.
Saving seed
Seed saving for Russische Gurke Select several healthy, true-to-type plants so the saved lot represents the variety rather than one unusually early or large individual. Cucumis sativus L. varieties can cross with other cucumbers of the same species through insect-carried pollen. Isolate by distance, flowering control, bagging, or hand pollination and maintain enough plants to represent the variety. Mark seed fruit early, then allow it to grow far past eating stage until large and pale, yellow, or golden. Hold mature fruit briefly if sound, scoop seed and pulp, ferment about 24–48 hours, wash away pulp and light seed, and dry the heavy seed thoroughly in a thin layer. Label the lot with isolation and selection records and test germination before distribution.
Common problems
Watch Russische Gurke for cucumber beetles, squash bugs where applicable, aphids, powdery or downy mildew, bacterial wilt, crown rot, poor pollination, and fruit damage on wet soil. Rotate cucurbit crops, provide airflow, water at the root zone, protect young plants before flowering, and remove covers when blossoms need pollinators. Do not work wet vines.
Frequently asked questions
When is Russische Gurke ready?
60-69 Days from warm direct sowing or equivalent established transplant
How long does germination take?
Expect 7-10 Days near 75–90 °F; actual emergence changes with moisture, seed condition, and soil temperature.
How large does it grow?
About 49–60 in with a vining/climbing habit. Support: Trellis.
Can it grow in a container?
Possible in a large container only with a sturdy trellis, frequent watering, and enough root volume.
How is it used?
Primary uses: fresh eating or pickling, trellised gardens, succession sowing, and summer harvest. Discover the heritage and robust flavor of Cucumber Seeds - Vining - Russische Gurke, a traditional European variety valued for its cold tolerance, strong growth, and crisp, flavorful fruits.
Can I save seed?
Yes where the crop biology allows, but keep compatible varieties isolated, use several healthy plants, wait for full seed maturity, dry thoroughly, and label the lot.
Minimum Seed Count:20 seeds
