Patio Snacker Cucumber Seeds

Patio Snacker Cucumber Seeds

Patio Snacker Cucumber (Cucumis sativus 'Patio Snacker') is a compact, fast-growing annual slicing cucumber perfect for small spaces like patios, containers, and balconies. This variety produces crisp, medium- to dark-green fruit about 6–8 inches long, ideal for fresh eating. Its compact growth habit and parthenocarpic fruiting make it very convenient for urban gardeners seeking cucumbers that do not require pollinators.

Characteristics

Foliage: Medium green, broad leaves typical of cucumber plants, with a vigorous but compact vine habit that grows about 3 to 5 feet tall.

Growth Habit: Short-vining, spreading plant that thrives in containers and small garden plots, producing continuous fruit through the growing season.

Flowers & Seeds: Produces yellow flowers that set fruit without pollination, making it a reliable producer in limited space or indoor settings.

Flavor: Mild, crunchy, and non-bitter slicing cucumber flavor suitable for fresh salads and snacking.

Growing Requirements

Light: Requires full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best fruit production.

Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter, with pH near neutral (5.5 to 7.0).

Water: Requires consistent moisture for steady growth; avoid waterlogged conditions but do not let dry out.

Temperature: Thrives in warm weather, performs best between 70°F and 85°F, and is frost sensitive.

Spacing: Plants spread about 2 to 3 feet, making spacing important for healthy growth and airflow.

Harvest: Typically ready to harvest 50–55 days after sowing; fruits should be picked regularly to encourage ongoing production.

Seed Sowing Tips

Start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors after soil warms and frost danger passes.

Sow seeds shallowly into warm soil, spacing plants 18–24 inches apart if direct sown.

Germination occurs in about 7 to 10 days under optimal warm conditions.
Thin seedlings as needed to avoid overcrowding and improve air circulation.

Shipping Info

Patio Snacker Cucumber seeds ship as high-quality, viable seeds suitable for direct sowing or starting indoors, providing gardeners with a dependable source for fresh, homegrown cucumbers that thrive in containers and small garden spaces.