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Cucumber: Siberian Podarok
Siberian Podarok is a hardy cucumber variety bred for cooler climates, producing crisp, sweet fruits even in shorter summers. Compact plants are perfect for outdoor beds, raised beds, or greenhouses, offering reliable harvests with excellent flavour. A great choice for gardeners wanting dependable cucumbers in less-than-perfect weather.
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Description
Best Grown: Outdoors or under cover in cooler areas
Sowing Time: April–May
Plant Out: Late May–June, once frost risk has passed
Harvest Time: July–September (approx. 10–12 weeks from sowing)
Spacing: Plant 45–60 cm apart in rows 90 cm apart
Height: Compact trailing or climbing habit
Difficulty: Easy
Why grow it?
- Hardy variety bred for cooler conditions
- Produces crisp, sweet fruits around 12–15 cm long
- Compact plants ideal for small spaces or containers
- Excellent disease resistance and productivity
- Perfect for UK gardens with unpredictable summers
How to grow: Sow indoors April–May in pots or modules. Transplant outdoors late May–June after frost risk has passed. Plant 45–60 cm apart. Provide support if training vertically. Water well and feed regularly. Harvest fruits when young for best flavour and texture.
Cooking / usage ideas: Delicious sliced fresh in salads, sandwiches, or as a crunchy snack. Also great for pickling small fruits.
Seeds per pack: Not specified