The 15 cm (6") long dark green cucumbers feature black spines and are great for pickling. This variety also boasts disease tolerance to mildew and mosaic viruses. Contents: 2.5 g Seed Type: Heirloom Product Weight: 2.5 grams / approximately 90-100 seeds Plant Type: Vegetable Flavor: Crisp and tasty Days to Harvest: 55 days Days to Seed Germination: 8 to 10 days Seed Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2") Row Spacing: 120 cm (48") Plant Spacing: 30 cm (12") Tolerance: mildew, mosaic virus Planting Instructions: Sow seed directly in soil once all danger of frost has passed. Soil must be fertile and rich in compost. May be started indoors before last frost. Roots should be disturbed as little as possible while transplanting. How To Grow: Cucumber National Pickling Suggestions: Plant at 3 week intervals up to midsummer for fresh cucumbers all season. Keep fruits picked. Preparation Ideas: An ideal pickling variety.