Product Overview
Gherking is a strong, productive pickling cucumber that produces firm, dark-green fruits in the 3–5 inch range with excellent crunch and no bitterness, even when they size up a little. The vigorous vines perform especially well on a trellis, which keeps the cucumbers cleaner and makes harvesting easier as the plants grow. This parthenocarpic variety produces plenty of female flowers, so it sets fruit consistently without relying on pollinators. While it’s bred for pickling—thanks to its slightly spined skin that handles processing beautifully—it’s also crisp and flavourful enough to enjoy fresh. With a quick maturity window of roughly 55–60 days, Gherking is a dependable choice for anyone wanting an early, abundant cucumber harvest.
Gherking Pickling Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)
Vigorous, high-yield pickling cucumber producing firm, dark-green, 3–5" fruits with crisp texture and no bitterness. Ideal for pickling or fresh eating. Parthenocarpic, reliable, and early-maturing.
| Days to Maturity | 55–60 days |
| Plant Size | Vines 4–6 ft; fruits 3–5" long |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Direct Sow | Sow outdoors after all frost when soil is warm. Ideal soil temperature 70–85°F (21–29°C). |
| Seed Depth / Germination | Sow 1/2" deep. Germinates in 7–10 days in warm soil. |
| Spacing | Space plants 12–18" apart; rows 36–48" apart. Provide trellis or support. |
| Soil & Water | Fertile, well-draining soil. Keep consistently moist for tender, crisp cucumbers. |
| Special Traits | Parthenocarpic, high-yielding, early-maturing, ideal for pickling |
| Flavor & Uses | Crisp, tender, and mild. Perfect for pickling or fresh eating. |
| Harvest | Harvest when cucumbers are 3–5" long for best flavor and texture. Pick frequently to encourage continuous production. |
