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Marketmore 76 Cucumber Seeds

Cucumis Sativus
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About

Marketmore 76 Cucumber (Cucumis Sativus) is a Cornell University from the 1970s. Marketmore 76 produces straight, dark green fruits typically 8–9 inches long. The flesh is mild, crisp, and never bitter — a quality the variety was specifically bred for. The vines are strong and tolerate summer heat. Marketmore 76 Cucumbers are resistant to cucumber mosaic virus, scab, and powdery mildew. 250 Marketmore 76 cucumber seeds, tested for high germination rates and packed in foil-sealed packaging to protect viability until you are ready to sow. Marketmore 76 plants are suitable for USDA Zones 4–11.

Quick Facts

Life Cycle
Life Cycle Annual
USDA Zones
USDA Zones 04–10
Light Requirements
Light Requirements Full sun
Germination Time
Germination Time 7-10 days
Stratification
Stratification Not required
Spacing
Spacing 24-28 inches
Sowing Method
Sowing Method Direct Sow; Start Indoors
Soil
Soil Well-drained
Flowering Period
Flowering Period -
Water Requirements
Water Requirements Moderate (regular watering)
Maturity Time
Maturity Time 60-70 days
Growing Habit
Growing Habit Climbing/Vine

How to Grow & Harvest

Sowing & Timing

Start Marketmore 76 Cucumber seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before your last frost, or direct sow once the soil is warm. Plant seeds 1 inch deep and they will germinate in 7–10 days providing the soil temperature stays between 60–85°F. Drop below that range and germination slows or stalls completely. If starting indoors, plant Marketmore 76 Cucumber seeds in biodegradable pots as these plants do not like root disturbance.

Soil, Watering & Fertilization

The Marketmore 76 Cucumber plant wants full sun, at least 6 to 8 hours, and warm, well-drained soil. Work compost into the bed before planting to get better yield by midsummer. Space plants 24 inches apart. Water deeply and consistently, because irregular moisture is the main reason cucumbers turn bitter or drop blossoms before setting fruit. Drip lines or slow deep watering twice per week is much better than light daily sprinkling.

Growth & Harvest

Put the trellis in before the cucumber vines need it. Vertical growth keeps fruit straighter, cuts down on disease from poor airflow, and makes the daily picking round much faster. Marketmore Cucumbers 76 grow fast and fruit that was perfect yesterday can be oversize and seedy tomorrow. Pick cucumbers regularly when they reach 7–9 inches. Don’t leave the fruits for too long on the vine, as it slows down new cucumber growth. This Marketmore variety tolerates heat and keeps going through warm spells that pause a lot of other cucumbers.

FAQ

Are these Marketmore 76 Cucumber seeds non-GMO?

Yes. KVITER’s Marketmore 76 Cucumber seeds for sale are heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO. Order Cucumber seeds online at KVITER and enjoy premium quality and high germination rates. We also offer free delivery on all orders above $49

How easy is this variety to grow?

Marketmore 76 Cucumber is easy to grow and take care of. The variety was specifically bred for disease resistance — it carries tolerance to cucumber mosaic virus, scab, and powdery mildew. The main mistakes people make are planting too early into cold soil and not picking often enough once fruiting starts.

What are good companion plants?

Beans fix nitrogen in the soil and grow well alongside cucumbers without competing much for space. Dill attracts beneficial insects that prey on aphid populations. Nasturtiums are worth planting nearby specifically because they act as a trap crop — aphids go for them first and leave the cucumbers alone. Sunflowers work as a natural trellis alternative and bring in pollinators. Do not plant cucumbers next to potatoes as they share several diseases. Strong aromatic herbs like sage and rosemary can also suppress cucumber growth, so keep those at a distance.

What's the best way to use the harvest?

Marketmore 76 is a slicing cucumber — thin-skinned, crisp, mild, and sweet when picked at the right size. Best eaten fresh: sliced into salads, layered into sandwiches, or just cut straight off the vine. The skin is thin enough that peeling is optional. For pickling you'd want a different variety — Pickling Cucumbers have thicker skin and a different flesh structure that holds up better in brine.