{"product_id":"poinsett-76-heirloom-cucumber-seeds","title":"Poinsett 76 Cucumber Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePoinsett 76 Cucumber Seeds — Heirloom Organic | 6–8 Inch Dark-Green Slicer, 6-Disease Resistant, Cornell 1976, 65 Days\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e — Released in 1976 by the late Dr. Munger of Cornell University in collaboration with Clemson University, Poinsett 76 is one of the most disease-resistant and reliable open-pollinated slicing cucumbers ever developed. Blocky, straight 6–8 inch dark-green fruits with mild, slightly sweet, refreshing flavor — perfect for salads, sandwiches, and fresh snacking. Resistant to Angular Leaf Spot, Anthracnose, Cucumber Mosaic Virus, Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, and Scab. Highly productive. Monoecious. 65 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Cornell Legacy Slicer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePoinsett 76 became one of the most popular slicing cucumbers of the 1980s for good reason — its combination of disease resistance, productivity, and fruit quality was unmatched among open-pollinated varieties. That reputation holds today. For gardeners who want a dependable, high-yielding slicer without the limitations of F1 hybrids, Poinsett 76 remains the benchmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Poinsett 76?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix-disease resistance package\u003c\/strong\u003e — Angular Leaf Spot, Anthracnose, Cucumber Mosaic Virus, Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, and Scab; one of the most disease-resistant open-pollinated cucumbers available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic slicing form\u003c\/strong\u003e — blocky, straight 6–8 inch dark-green fruits; thick, smooth skin; mild, refreshing flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly productive\u003c\/strong\u003e — harvest frequently while young to keep vines producing all season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCornell pedigree\u003c\/strong\u003e — released 1976 by Dr. Munger, Cornell University \/ Clemson University collaboration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic, open-pollinated heirloom\u003c\/strong\u003e — save seed year after year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile growing\u003c\/strong\u003e — fields, raised beds, containers with support, and greenhouses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh slicing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The definitive use — slice into salads, layer on sandwiches, or serve with dips and hummus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnacking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut into spears; the mild, refreshing flavor needs no embellishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTzatziki \u0026amp; raita:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grate or dice into yogurt-based sauces; the dense flesh holds up without becoming watery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick pickles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice thin with onion and dill in a light vinegar brine; ready in 2 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGazpacho:\u003c\/strong\u003e Core ingredient in cold summer soups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePest \u0026amp; Disease Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePoinsett 76 is resistant to Angular Leaf Spot, Anthracnose (A), Cucumber Mosaic Virus, Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, and Scab. General cucumber pests include cucumber beetles, aphids, spider mites, and squash vine borers. Cover young plants with floating row cover until flowers begin to form to protect against cucumber beetles. Practice crop rotation to reduce disease pressure year over year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm-season annual; plant after all frost risk has passed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preferred method — 1–2 weeks after last frost date, 1 inch deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 weeks before transplanting if needed; cucumbers need warm air and soil temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches apart; rows 48 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vining habit — trellis vertically for better airflow, cleaner fruit, and easier harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-draining; pH 6.0–6.8; consistent moisture critical for yield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimal 64–86°F; damaged below 50°F; does not tolerate frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoecious — produces male and female flowers; requires insect or hand pollination to set fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick at 6–8 inches; harvest frequently to keep vines producing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–8 inches, blocky, straight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark green, thick, smooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild, slightly sweet, refreshing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCucumber Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlicing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonoecious — insect or hand pollination required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisease Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAngular Leaf Spot, Anthracnose, CMV, Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, Scab\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVining — trellis recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–30 inches; spread 36–48 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75–85°F in 6–10 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReleased\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1976, Cornell University \/ Clemson University\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeirloom, Open-Pollinated, Organic, Non-GMO, Annual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePacked and shipped by Box Garden Seeds LLC — heirloom seeds grown without GMOs, selected for flavor, resilience, and your garden's success.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Box Garden Seeds LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44059234009222,"sku":null,"price":4.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2669\/3330\/files\/Poinsett-76-Cucumber_480x_08770458-1ee6-47fb-8153-25d2c9491444.jpg?v=1781140940","url":"https:\/\/bgseedsllc.com\/products\/poinsett-76-heirloom-cucumber-seeds","provider":"Box Garden Seeds LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}