Variety field guide
What to expect from Suyo Long Slicing cucumber Seeds
Suyo Long Slicing cucumber seeds produce green fruit, About 12–14 in long; slender and ribbed, on vining/climbing plants.
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Suyo Long Slicing cucumber seeds produce green fruit, About 12–14 in long; slender and ribbed, on vining/climbing plants. Grow it for fresh eating or pickling, trellised gardens, succession sowing, and summer harvest; The Suyo Long's taste is as exceptional as its appearance, boasting a refreshing crunch and mild sweetness that makes it a versatile addition to any culinary creation. Suyo Long is classified as slicing cucumber with green harvest color with about 12–14 in long; slender and ribbed, selected for fresh slicing, salads, trellised gardens, and repeated harvest.
About Suyo Long
Suyo Long is an annual slicing cucumber with green color, 61–72 in mature height or spread, and a vining/climbing habit. Harvest form or size: About 12–14 in long; slender and ribbed. Botanically it is Cucumis sativus L. Maturity or first bloom: 50-59 Days; germination: 7-10 Days at 75–90 °F. Best for fresh eating or pickling, trellised gardens, succession sowing, and summer harvest. The Suyo Long's taste is as exceptional as its appearance, boasting a refreshing crunch and mild sweetness that makes it a versatile addition to any culinary creation.
History and provenance
Cornell supplies the exact Suyo Long cultivar record used here. Reproductive class is not assigned because the public record does not verify the current Alliance lot. The exact identity of the seed lot remains tied to its supplier and lot records, so no additional lineage is assigned beyond the cited record. Growers saving seed should keep the original packet, source, year, and selection notes with the lot. The Suyo Long's taste is as notable as its appearance, boasting a refreshing crunch and mild sweetness that makes it a versatile addition to any culinary creation. Whether sliced thin for salads or pickled to perfection, these cucumbers maintain their firm texture and inviting flavor. Ideal for vertical gardening, the Suyo Long's climbing habit allows for efficient use of space, ensuring an abundant supply of fresh cucumbers throughout the season. Elevate your garden's productivity with the Suyo Long, where tradition meets taste in every bite.
Growing facts
| Scientific name | Cucumis sativus L. |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Annual |
| Maturity / first bloom | 50-59 Days |
| Germination | 7-10 Days at 75–90 °F |
| Seed depth | 1/2 in |
| Plant height / spread | 61–72 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 Suyo Long from seed
How to grow Suyo Long 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 Suyo Long 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 50-59 Days.
Harvest, bloom, and uses
Suyo Long is best for fresh eating or pickling, trellised gardens, succession sowing, and summer harvest. Harvest form or size: About 12–14 in long; slender and ribbed. Color at the principal harvest or mature stage: Green. The Suyo Long's taste is as exceptional as its appearance, boasting a refreshing crunch and mild sweetness that makes it a versatile addition to any culinary creation.
Saving seed
Seed saving for Suyo Long 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 Suyo Long 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 Suyo Long ready?
50-59 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 61–72 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. The Suyo Long's taste is as exceptional as its appearance, boasting a refreshing crunch and mild sweetness that makes it a versatile addition to any culinary creation.
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:25 seeds
