Bushy, Heirloom Cucumber Seeds

Bushy, Heirloom Cucumber Seeds — The Russian Compact Pickler for Raised Beds and Small Gardens

Bushy comes from Russia, where its short 4–5 foot vines were selected specifically for gardeners with limited space — and it delivers bumper crops of black-spined cucumbers that are excellent for pickling or eating fresh in salads. A reliable pickler with dark green skin and crisp white flesh, Bushy is an early variety that is perfect for cool climates and those with size constraints. Compact enough for raised beds and small gardens, yet productive enough to keep the harvest basket full through the season. 45–50 days.

Why Grow Bushy?

• Russian heirloom heritage — selected for compact growth and reliable production
• Short 4–5 foot vines — perfect for raised beds and small gardens
• Dark green skin, crisp white flesh — excellent pickling quality
• Early variety — 45–50 days, ideal for cool climates and short seasons
• Dual-purpose — excellent for pickling and fresh salads
• Open-pollinated — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil has warmed to at least 60°F, or start indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost. Sow seeds 1 inch deep in fertile, well-draining soil. Space plants 12–18 inches apart in full sun. Light trellising optional. Water consistently. Harvest frequently for continuous production.

Days to maturity: 45–50 days
Packet size: ~25+ seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Compact
Vine length: 4–5 feet
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun: Full sun
USDA Zones: 3–12