English Telegraph Cucumber Seeds

Sow English Telegraph Cucumber seeds outdoors 1–2 weeks after the last frost, once the soil has warmed up. In cold ground cucumber seeds germinate slowly and can even rot. Plant seeds 1 inch deep, spacing them 18–24 inches apart in rows about 48 inches wide so the vines have room to climb. It is not recommended to sow English Telegraph Cucumber seeds indoors, as they hate root disturbance. At 75–85°F, English Cucumber seeds germinate usually in 6–10 days. 

Heirloom English Cucumber seeds require full sun and rich, well-draining soil to get a strong plant with plenty of fruit. Keep consistent moisture at the root zone, because swings between dry soil and soaking wet soil lead to stress, bitter fruit, and uneven growth. Remember to water the soil, not the leaves, because wet foliage can cause mildew.

This variety is heat-loving and grows best around 64–86°F, so do not rush the season. Once the vines start moving, give them a trellis or some structure if you want straighter fruit and cleaner harvests. Bees help with pollination, since this monoecious type carries both male and female flowers. Regularly pick young cucumbers to keep the plant setting more vegetables instead of slowing down.