{"product_id":"bush-crop-cucumber","title":"Bush Crop Cucumber – Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBush Crop Cucumber – Compact, High-Yield Heirloom Perfect for Small Gardens\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBush Crop Cucumber (\u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a dwarf vining heirloom variety purpose-built for small gardens, containers, and short growing seasons. Said to originate in India, this highly productive plant matures in just \u003cstrong\u003e55 days\u003c\/strong\u003e and produces 6–8\" slightly tapered, smooth green fruits with a light, sweet flavor and matching aroma. No sprawling vines to manage — Bush Crop stays compact while delivering impressive yields. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, heirloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Bush Crop Cucumber?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact dwarf vine\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for small gardens, raised beds, and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery productive\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavy yields from a small footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast to harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e — ready in just 55 days, great for short growing seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweet, tender fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e — 6–8\", slightly tapered, smooth green skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStagger plantings\u003c\/strong\u003e for a continuous harvest all season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowth Habits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8\", slightly tapered, smooth green skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, sweet, mild aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf vine — compact, low-spreading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Said to originate in India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–12 (Annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStarting \u0026amp; Growing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant \u003cstrong\u003e2 weeks after last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e in warm soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow \u003cstrong\u003e1\" deep\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e18\" apart\u003c\/strong\u003e, rows \u003cstrong\u003e5 feet apart\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil pH: \u003cstrong\u003e6–6.8\u003c\/strong\u003e; soil temperature: \u003cstrong\u003e65–75°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull sun required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater consistently — do not allow soil to dry out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf using a trellis, space plants \u003cstrong\u003e12\" apart\u003c\/strong\u003e for higher yields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatch for pests regularly — Bush Crop requires attentive maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStagger plantings every 2–3 weeks for continuous harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest when fruits are 6–8\" long and firm. Cut at the stem — do not twist or pull. Harvest when fruits are tender; if the fruit feels too soft, it has been left too long. Frequent harvesting encourages continued production throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBush Crop cucumbers are sweet and tender — excellent for fresh eating, sliced in salads, served with dips, or used in light pickling. 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