Cucumis sativus 'Carolina' ~ Carolina (F1) Cucumber blue-leaf IMAGE: Krzysztof Ziarnek

IMAGE: Krzysztof Ziarnek

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Extremely fragrant small bell-like white flowers raise up in terminals from the rootstalk in mid-summer attracting butterflies and pollinators

Best color occurs in part sun and average well-drained soils

Cucumis sativus 'Carolina' ~ Carolina (F1) Cucumber blue-leaf IMAGE: Krzysztof ZiarnekCarolina Cucumber is a early maturing climbing annual with large green leaves that produces fruit ready to harvest in 50 days. These blocky 3" green cucumbers have minimal white spines that are great for pickling with a traditional and slightly sweet taste. Plants benefit from support such as a trellis for improved air circulation and straighter fruit. Best grown in full sun and rich, moist, acidic well drained soils. Intolerant of frost, sow after