National Pickling, Heirloom Cucumber Seeds

National Pickling, Heirloom Cucumber Seeds — The Classic American Pickling Cucumber

National Pickling is the classic American pickling cucumber — a high-yielding, early variety that bears prolifically on short, space-saving vines and has been a staple of home canning and pickling for generations. Medium green fruits bear early and set heavily, with a crisp texture and clean flavor that makes them ideal for lacto-fermented dill pickles, bread-and-butter pickles, and any home preserving project. Fertilize well and pick frequently at a small size to maintain good color and fruit shape. 57 days.

Why Grow National Pickling?

• Classic American pickling heirloom — generations of proven home canning performance
• High-yielding and early — bears prolifically on short, space-saving vines
• Crisp texture, clean flavor — ideal for dill pickles, bread-and-butter, and lacto-fermented pickles
• Space-saving vines — excellent for square foot and small gardens
• Open-pollinated — save seed year after year
• Non-GMO, USA-grown seeds

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. Fertilize well and frequently. Space plants 12–18 inches apart in full sun. Trellis or stake vines. Water consistently. Pick frequently at small size for best color and shape.

Days to maturity: 57 days
Packet size: ~25+ seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun: Full sun
USDA Zones: 3–12