Gerkhin - Cucumis sativus
Full sun.
Jul–Sep depending on sowing time.
Mar–May outdoors after risk of frost.
40–60cm height; 30–50cm spread.
OVERVIEW
A vigorous cucumber relative grown for small fruits that are ideal for pickling. Grow in warmth, keep the compost evenly moist, and harvest little and often. Pick fruits young for the best crunch. Great for homemade pickles, relishes and summer platters.
- Vegetable type: Gerkhin
- Key characteristic: Reliable crop suited to UK gardens with good flavour and productivity.
- Hardiness: Hardy.
PLANTING ADVICE
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny position. Suitable for ground or containers depending on space.
- Outdoor cultivation
Suitable for outdoor cultivation in a sunny position.
- Greenhouse cultivation
Greenhouse cultivation not essential.
CARE & HARVEST
Keep soil moist and weed free. Keep plants well maintained, remove damaged growth promptly and harvest regularly to maintain healthy, productive plants.
- Watering: Water during dry periods to keep plants healthy and productive.
- Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth.
- Cutting and prunning: Remove any damaged or diseased growth as needed.
- Harvesting: Harvest when produce reaches full size and colour for the best flavour and texture.
- Pest and diseases: Monitor regularly for pests and remove affected growth promptly.
VERVE RECOMMENDS...
- Harvest little and often to keep plants productive and performing at their best.