Palace King Cucumber Plant

No cucumber can compare to the Palace King. With its thin skin, minimal seeds, and impressive length, it truly steals the show. These cucumbers are over a foot long but only 2 inches wide, making them perfect for pickling. Their unparalleled skin quality also means no peeling is required, making them excellent for snacking or adding a fresh crunch to salads. Both gardeners and chefs appreciate the Palace King for its easy cultivation and quick maturation, ensuring a rewarding harvest every time.

Our Palace King Cucumber Plants are grown with a commitment to natural methods, ensuring they're healthy and robust. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

• - Transplant when soil temperatures reach 60°F

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0
• - Add compost or aged manure (in the fall before planting)

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply and consistently
• - Keep soil moist but not waterlogged

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a balanced fertilizer at planting, we recommend a 10-10-10
• - Side-dress with nitrogen-rich fertilizer when vines begin to run

Pruning and Training:

• - Pinch off the growing tips when vines reach 36 inches
• - Train vines up trellises to save space

Pollination:

• - Most varieties require insect pollination
• - Plant flowers nearby to attract bees

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for cucumber beetles, aphids, and powdery mildew
• - Use row covers till flowers start to open

Harvesting Indicators:

• - Harvest when cucumbers are firm and green
• - Pick regularly to encourage continued production

Storage:

• - Store in the refrigerator for up to a week
• - Avoid storing with ethylene-producing fruits

Companion Plants:

• - Bean: Fixes nitrogen in the soil
• - Corn: Provides natural trellis and shade
• - Pea: Fixes nitrogen in the soil
• - Radish: Deters cucumber beetles
• - Sunflower: Provides support and attracts pollinators