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Cucumber 'Pioneer'

Cucumissativus

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Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Cucumis (KOO-koo-mis)

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Species

sativus (sa-TEE-vus)

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Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Foliage

Herbaceous

Succulent

Height

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Spacing

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness

Not Applicable

Danger

Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Gold (yellow-orange)

Bloom Time

Late Spring/Early Summer

Mid Summer

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paracelsus

Elmira, NY (Zone 6a) | November 2008 | positive

I have been growing this cuke for years, and it always produces. Even when it gets mildew, it keeps on going and makes great cukes for pi...Read Moreckles or fresh eating.

Farmerdill

Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | July 2004 | neutral

A 1967 predominantly gynoecious pickling hybrid from Clemson University. (53 day) Resistant to scab, cucumber mosaic virus, angular leaf...Read More

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