Gherkin Female Plant

Cucumis sativus

£9.99

size guide

The height of all of our plants is measured from the base of the pot.

Pot Size Pot Diameter Pot Height
6cm 6cm 5.5cm
9cm 9cm 8.5cm
1 Litre 13cm 11cm
2 Litre 17cm 13cm
3 Litre 19cm 15cm
4 Litre 20cm 17cm
5 Litre 23cm 19cm
7 Litre 25cm 20cm

Please note: the pot sizes listed below may vary due to the suppliers we use.

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  • The Gherkin Female Plant is a high-yielding type that is grown just for making crunchy, crisp gherkins that are great for pickling and eating fresh in the summer. It is a female blooming kind that is bred to produce a lot of small, firm fruits with the traditional refreshing cucumber flavour.

  • Gherkins are a pleasant and gratifying crop for home gardeners. They perform well in greenhouses or in warm, protected areas outside. Pick the fruits when they are still young to appreciate their soft texture. They are great for creating pickles, adding to salads, or eating as a snack.

    • Light Required Full sun in a warm, sheltered position

    Watering Water regularly during growth and fruiting, keeping soil evenly moist, especially in warm weather.

    Best Growing Conditions Grow in a sunny, sheltered position in rich, well-drained soil or compost. Provide support for climbing and water regularly, especially during fruiting. Harvest gherkins frequently while small to encourage continuous cropping throughout the season.

    Plant typeVegetable Plants

    Foliage typeAnnual

    HardinessTender

    Soil acidityAny Soil

    Planting aspectSouth Facing

    Leaf colourGreen

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    Top tip

    Pick fruits young for the best texture and delicious flavor!

    Key Features

    Beginner Friendly

    Beginner Friendly

    Good For Containers

    Good For Containers

    Pet Friendly

    Pet Friendly

    Season of Interest

    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
    Planting Flowering Harvest