Poona Kheera Cucumber - 20 seeds AB - La ferme Sainte Marthe

Poona Kheera' AB cucumber: sweet flavors and crunchy texture

The 'Poona Kheera' AB cucumber is an ancient Indian variety with oblong, light-green, potato-sized fruits. These cucumbers are appreciated for their sweet, crunchy and juicy texture. When ripe, they take on a distinctive brown color. Early, hardy and productive, this variety reaches maturity in 55 to 80 days and is perfect for in-season cultivation.

Characteristics :

Type: Reproducible seed
Label: Organic agriculture
Plant habit: Creeping
Soil: Drained
Germination temperature: 22 to 25°C
Sowing depth: Equal to seed size
Seed emergence: 5 to 10 days
Sowing technique: Potted
Container: Sowing in a bucket
Watering: Moderate / daily
Spacing: 100 to 150 cm
Exposure: Sun
Life cycle: Annual
Sowing/planting period: March to May
Harvesting/flowering period: July to October

Growing tips :

For a successful crop, sow from March to May. Sow in bunches, 3 seeds per bucket, then select the best plants for transplanting. Remember to thin out the plants from time to time and water regularly. Stalk the stems to prevent moisture from settling on the fruit.

Use:

Cucumber 'Poona Kheera' AB is ideal for salads, sandwiches and side dishes. Its mild flavor and crunchy texture make it a delicious choice for a variety of recipes.