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150 Straight Eight Cucumber Seeds | Heirloom • Non-GMO
150 Straight Eight Cucumber Seeds | Heirloom • Non-GMO
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Trusted by home gardeners across the USA 🌿
Grow one of the most reliable and best-tasting slicing cucumbers with Straight Eight Cucumber Seeds. This classic heirloom variety has been a gardener favorite for generations—and for good reason. Straight Eight produces smooth, straight, dark-green cucumbers with a mild, sweet flavor and small seed cavity, perfect for fresh eating, salads, and sandwiches.
Awarded the All-America Selections Gold Medal in 1935, Straight Eight remains a top choice for home gardeners due to its vigorous growth, consistent yields, and excellent flavor. The vines grow beautifully on trellises or fences, saving space while producing cleaner, straighter fruit.
🌱 Why Grow Straight Eight Cucumbers?
- 🥒 Classic slicing cucumber with mild, sweet flavor
- 📏 Best harvested at 8 inches for peak taste and texture
- 🌿 Heirloom & Non-GMO — open-pollinated seeds
- 🏆 All-America Selections Gold Medal winner (1935)
- 🌞 Thrives in full sun with strong, productive vines
- 🧵 Excellent for trellises, fences, or garden beds
🌿 Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
- Variety: Straight Eight
- Plant Type: Annual vine
- Fruit Length: 7–8 inches
- Flavor: Mild, crisp, non-bitter
- Seed Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
🌱 Planting & Growing Instructions
- Start: Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 2–3 weeks early
- Soil Temperature: 70–85°F
- Planting Depth: ½–1 inch
- Spacing: 12–18 inch
- Sunlight: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, not waterlogged
- Harvest: 55–65 days
- Support: Trellis or fence recommended for straight fruit
💡 Tip: Harvest frequently to encourage continuous production and prevent bitterness.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is Straight Eight good for slicing?
Yes—this variety is specifically known as one of the best slicing cucumbers available.
Can I grow Straight Eight on a trellis?
Absolutely. Trellising improves airflow, keeps fruit clean, and helps cucumbers grow straighter.
Is Straight Eight an heirloom variety?
Yes. It is an open-pollinated heirloom that has been trusted by gardeners since the 1930s.
When should I harvest?
Harvest at around 8 inches for the sweetest flavor and best texture.
