Variety field guide
What to expect from Wisconsin SMR Pickling cucumber Seeds
Wisconsin SMR Pickling cucumber seeds produce green fruit whose size varies with the maintained seed lot and growing conditions, on vining/climbing plants.
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Wisconsin SMR Pickling cucumber seeds produce green fruit whose size varies with the maintained seed lot and growing conditions, on vining/climbing plants. Grow it for fresh eating or pickling, trellised gardens, succession sowing, and summer harvest; With consistent moisture and warm temperatures, Wisconsin SMR cucumber seeds deliver steady harvests throughout the growing season, offering reliability, resilience. Wisconsin SMR Cucumber Seeds produce traditional pickling cucumber known for firm texture, high yields, and perfect crunch for canning.
About Wisconsin SMR
Wisconsin SMR is an annual pickling cucumber with green color, 49–60 in mature height or spread, and a vining/climbing habit. Harvest form or size: Varies with the maintained seed lot and growing conditions. 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. With consistent moisture and warm temperatures, Wisconsin SMR cucumber seeds deliver steady harvests throughout the growing season, offering reliability, resilience.
History and provenance
Wisconsin SMR circulates as a named pickling cucumber within the cultivated history of Cucumis sativus L. Seed sold as Wisconsin SMR is identified by its green 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. Developed specifically for reliable performance, Wisconsin SMR cucumber seeds are known for strong resistance to scab, mosaic virus, and mildew, making them a trusted choice for both home gardeners and small-scale growers. Wisconsin SMR cucumber seeds are especially well suited for pickling, producing firm fruits with dense flesh that hold their crunch during processing, while also performing well for fresh eating when harvested young. With consistent moisture and warm temperatures, Wisconsin SMR cucumber seeds deliver steady harvests throughout the growing season, offering reliability, resilience, and classic cucumber flavor rooted in proven breeding tradition. Cucumber Seeds - Vining - Wisconsin SMR Cucumber belongs to a diverse cultivated plant lineage shaped by regional gardeners, farmers, and seedkeepers over time. The packet name does not identify the specific numbered selection found in public records. The crop is described by the supported traits of this seed lot until the original supplier record is available.
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 Wisconsin SMR from seed
How to grow Wisconsin SMR Pickling 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 Wisconsin SMR 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
Wisconsin SMR is best for fresh eating or pickling, trellised gardens, succession sowing, and summer harvest. Harvest form or size: Varies with the maintained seed lot and growing conditions. Color at the principal harvest or mature stage: Green. With consistent moisture and warm temperatures, Wisconsin SMR cucumber seeds deliver steady harvests throughout the growing season, offering reliability, resilience.
Saving seed
Seed saving for Wisconsin SMR 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 Wisconsin SMR 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 Wisconsin SMR 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. With consistent moisture and warm temperatures, Wisconsin SMR cucumber seeds deliver steady harvests throughout the growing season, offering reliability, resilience.
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:50 seeds
