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data-editor-transcy=\"true\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-editor-transcy=\"true\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-editor-transcy=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003e‘Vorgebirgstrauben’ Pickling Cucumber – a traditional German landrace with small, aromatic fruits. \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA robust, early‑maturing pickling cucumber with dark green, 7–9 cm short and cylindrical fruits. Its flavour is juicy and mild with a classic cucumber aroma. The plants grow reliably, produce numerous small fruits and are ideal for outdoor cultivation. Open‑pollinated, continuously harvestable and traditionally used for self‑sufficiency and organic growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"83\" width=\"69\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/7111\/3535\/files\/Origin_History_-_Herkunft_Geschichte_-_Origem_e_Historia_-_www.benjis.net.jpg?v=1763065844\" \u003e   Origin \u0026amp; History\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Vorgebirgstrauben’ is an open‑pollinated pickling cucumber from Germany and has been documented since the mid‑20th century. The variety belongs to the traditional landraces that were cultivated and passed down over many generations in the foothill region west of Cologne. Botanically, it belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae, the subfamily Cucurbitoideae and the genus \u003cem\u003eCucumis\u003c\/em\u003e within the species \u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe name ‘Vorgebirgstrauben’ refers both to its origin in the Vorgebirge region and to its characteristically heavy fruit set, where several small fruits appear in grape‑like clusters along the vines. Its small, typical fruit size makes it particularly well suited for classic pickling cucumbers, traditionally processed as cornichons or spiced pickles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a very old and well‑proven pickling cucumber, ‘Vorgebirgstrauben’ is characterised by continuous fruit production and a strong suitability for traditional preservation methods. Despite the later rise of modern hybrid varieties, it remained preserved in its region of origin and continued to be grown because it is reliable, aromatic and seed‑true. Today, ‘Vorgebirgstrauben’ is considered a historic German cucumber variety whose regional significance, genetic stability and characteristic flavour have been maintained into the present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg height=\"119\" width=\"59\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/7111\/3535\/files\/Appearance_Characteristics_-_Aussehen_Merkmale_-_Aparencia_Caracteristicas_-_www.benjis.net.jpg?v=1763065935\" \u003e   Appearance \u0026amp; Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plants are annual, develop vigorous vining shoots and reach about 200–250 cm when grown on supports, or they grow creeping along the ground. Warm‑loving; the minimum temperature for cultivation is 10 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, 7–9 cm long fruits\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cylindrical, uniform\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, crisp\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicy‑mild, classic cucumber aroma\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/7111\/3535\/files\/Usage_Cultivation_Highlights_-_Verwendung_Anbau-Higlights_-_Utilizacao_e_Destaques_do_Cultivo_-_www.benjis.net_2f09de09-588a-47b6-ae70-802633c65d50.jpg?v=1763065990\" alt=\"\" width=\"75\" height=\"91\" \u003e  Usage \u0026amp; Cultivation Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruits of ‘Vorgebirgstrauben’ are excellent for pickling as cornichons and spiced gherkins, as well as for fresh use. Historically, the variety was preserved in vinegar, brine or mustard and served as a side dish. It remains crisp and aromatic when pickled. It is also suitable for salads, sandwiches, cold platters and raw dishes. Finely sliced, it serves as a base for tzatziki, cucumber salad, relishes and pickled accompaniments. The fruits can be fermented, pickled sweet‑and‑sour or used as a mild component in pickles and mixed pickles. They are also well suited for cold soups such as chilled cucumber soup, as a fresh component in bowls, for light summer dishes or finely diced in dips and sauces. Their firm texture also makes them ideal for decorative slices, finger‑food bites and aromatic herb‑cucumber infusions in water or vinegar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Vorgebirgstrauben’ is robust, adaptable and delivers reliable yields outdoors. The variety matures early, produces a continuous abundance of small, well‑shaped fruits and shows high tolerance to fluctuating weather conditions. It develops stable fruits even in cooler summers and benefits from nutrient‑rich, humus soils. Thanks to its strong root system, it remains comparatively resilient, while the uniform fruit development supports continuous harvesting. The variety produces both male and female flowers, shows good leaf health and is well suited for organic cultivation and companion planting. It copes better with temporary dryness than many modern cucumber types, shows stable fruit set even under temperature fluctuations and convinces with its natural resilience to typical cucumber stress factors. With its compact fruit set, it is ideal for smaller gardens, raised beds and trellises. 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Its flavour is mild, juicy, and pleasantly aromatic. The plants grow vigorously, indeterminate, producing numerous uniform fruits and are excellently suited for outdoor cultivation. Open‑pollinated, continuously harvestable, and ideal for self‑sufficiency, companion planting, and organic growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"83\" width=\"69\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/7111\/3535\/files\/Origin_History_-_Herkunft_Geschichte_-_Origem_e_Historia_-_www.benjis.net.jpg?v=1763065844\" \u003e   Origin \u0026amp; History\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Tanja’ is an open‑pollinated outdoor cucumber from Central European breeding and has been established in organic and home gardening for several decades. It belongs to the classic non‑bitter outdoor types that were developed from traditional field cucumbers to create robust, aromatic and mildew‑tolerant varieties for home gardens. Botanically, it belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae, the subfamily Cucurbitoideae and the genus \u003cem\u003eCucumis\u003c\/em\u003e within the species \u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first documented mention of ‘Tanja’ appears in a Central European variety register from 1974. In the following years, it increasingly appeared in Scandinavian and Dutch gardening publications. The name ‘Tanja’ stands for a variety known for reliability, uniform fruit set and a particularly mild flavour. It was specifically selected for outdoor cultivation and remains popular today due to its stability, seed‑true nature and generous yields. Unlike many hybrid varieties, ‘Tanja’ remains genetically stable, is easy to propagate and is well suited for sustainable, organic and self‑sufficiency‑oriented growing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a classic variety, ‘Tanja’ combines traditional robustness with modern qualities such as bitterness‑free fruits, good leaf health and high adaptability. This has allowed it to remain firmly established in gardening and it continues to be valued for its reliable growth and balanced flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg height=\"119\" width=\"59\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/7111\/3535\/files\/Appearance_Characteristics_-_Aussehen_Merkmale_-_Aparencia_Caracteristicas_-_www.benjis.net.jpg?v=1763065935\" \u003e   Appearance \u0026amp; Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plants are annual, develop vigorous vining shoots and reach about 200–250 cm when grown on supports, or they grow creeping along the ground. Warm‑loving; the minimum temperature for cultivation is 10 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium‑sized, 25–30 cm long fruits\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender, slightly cylindrical\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, juicy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, aromatic, bitterness‑free, classic cucumber aroma\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/7111\/3535\/files\/Usage_Cultivation_Highlights_-_Verwendung_Anbau-Higlights_-_Utilizacao_e_Destaques_do_Cultivo_-_www.benjis.net_2f09de09-588a-47b6-ae70-802633c65d50.jpg?v=1763065990\" alt=\"\" width=\"75\" height=\"91\" \u003e  Usage \u0026amp; Cultivation Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruits of ‘Tanja’ are excellent for salads, raw dishes, tzatziki, cold soups and fresh summer meals. When harvested young, they are well suited for pickling or fermenting and retain their mild flavour and firm texture. Thinly sliced, they are ideal for sandwiches, bowls, relishes, dips and decorative slices. Thanks to their balanced flavour, they are highly versatile – from fresh snacks and light puréed cucumber dishes to summer drinks, cucumber water, smoothies and finely diced components in salsas or herb‑cucumber infusions. They also work well as a refreshing ingredient in cold starters, finger‑food bites or as a mild component in pickles and mixed pickles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Tanja’ is robust, adaptable and delivers high, continuous yields outdoors. The variety shows good tolerance to fluctuating weather conditions, sets fruit reliably and remains stable in growth even in cooler summers. The plants produce both male and female flowers, show good leaf health and are well suited for organic growing systems, raised beds and trellises. With their vigorous growth and continuous fruit production, they are especially attractive for self‑sufficiency gardeners who want to harvest throughout the season. In addition, they offer pronounced bitterness‑free fruits, stable fruit set even under temperature fluctuations and natural resilience to typical outdoor stress factors. Their upright, easily managed growth habit simplifies care, while their quick regeneration after harvesting supports a long picking period. 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Its flavour is mild, crisp and pleasantly aromatic. The plants grow vigorously – indeterminate, producing numerous uniform fruits and performing excellently in open‑field cultivation. Open‑pollinated, continuously harvestable and ideal for self‑sufficiency, companion planting and organic growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"83\" width=\"69\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/7111\/3535\/files\/Origin_History_-_Herkunft_Geschichte_-_Origem_e_Historia_-_www.benjis.net.jpg?v=1763065844\" \u003e   Origin \u0026amp; History\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Gundel’ is an open‑pollinated outdoor cucumber of Central European breeding and has been widespread in organic and hobby cultivation since the 1980s. It belongs to the classic bitterness‑free outdoor types that were developed from robust field cucumbers to create stable, aromatic and weather‑resistant varieties for home gardens. Botanically, it belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae, the subfamily Cucurbitoideae and the genus \u003cem\u003eCucumis\u003c\/em\u003e within the species \u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe earliest verifiable mention of ‘Gundel’ dates to 1987, when it first appeared in a Central European variety register as a new open‑pollinated outdoor cucumber with slender, medium‑length and reliably bitterness‑free fruits. In the following years, the variety increasingly entered European gardening literature and was listed in international seed archives, where it quickly established itself as a stable, seed‑true alternative to the dominant hybrids. Since then, the name has stood for a cucumber known for its uniform fruit set, very robust outdoor performance and pleasantly mild flavour. Its selection focused on resilience, yield stability and good leaf health, enabling it to perform reliably even in variable summers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a genetically stable, open‑pollinated line, ‘Gundel’ can be easily propagated and is well suited for sustainable, organic and self‑sufficiency‑oriented cultivation systems. It combines modern breeding goals with a classic outdoor character, offering a long harvesting period and a balanced, bitterness‑free flavour profile. Thanks to this combination of robustness, versatility and aromatic quality, it has become firmly established in horticulture and remains one of the most reliable medium‑length outdoor cucumbers for home and self‑sufficiency gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg height=\"119\" width=\"59\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/7111\/3535\/files\/Appearance_Characteristics_-_Aussehen_Merkmale_-_Aparencia_Caracteristicas_-_www.benjis.net.jpg?v=1763065935\" \u003e   Appearance \u0026amp; Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plants are annual, develop vigorous vining shoots and reach about 200–250 cm when grown on supports, or they grow creeping along the ground. Warm‑loving; the minimum temperature for cultivation is 10 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, 18–22 cm long fruits\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender, slightly cylindrical\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, juicy, firm‑fleshed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, aromatic, bitterness‑free, classic cucumber aroma\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/7111\/3535\/files\/Usage_Cultivation_Highlights_-_Verwendung_Anbau-Higlights_-_Utilizacao_e_Destaques_do_Cultivo_-_www.benjis.net_2f09de09-588a-47b6-ae70-802633c65d50.jpg?v=1763065990\" alt=\"\" width=\"75\" height=\"91\" \u003e  Usage \u0026amp; Cultivation Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruits of ‘Gundel’ are ideal for fresh summer cuisine: they add a pleasant crispness to salads, raw dishes, tzatziki and cold soups, and they retain their mild, aromatic profile even when sliced thinly. When harvested young, they are excellent for pickling or fermenting and remain firm and well‑balanced in flavour. Thanks to their slender shape, they fit perfectly into bowls, sandwiches, dips, relishes and decorative slices. In summer drinks, cucumber water, smoothies or finely diced in salsas and herb‑cucumber mixes, the variety shows its fresh, clean character. It also proves versatile in cold starters, finger‑food arrangements or as a mild component in pickles and mixed pickles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Gundel’ performs exceptionally well outdoors thanks to its very robust nature and its consistent, long‑lasting harvest. The variety responds reliably to fluctuating weather, sets fruit securely even during cooler periods and shows stable leaf health. Its mixed flowering habit and vigorous growth make it an excellent choice for organic growing systems, raised beds and trellises. It is particularly attractive for self‑sufficiency gardeners, as it produces continuously and is characterised by pronounced bitterness‑free fruits and a high fruit‑set rate. The plants are easy to manage, regenerate quickly after harvesting and remain vigorous even under less‑than‑ideal conditions. 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Up to 35 cm long and narrow fruits. \u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for direct sowing or pre-cultivation, pot cultivation possible, sowing spring-summer, good for mixed culture, harvesting the fruits.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eDescription\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe snake cucumber 'Arola' is an old annual mixed flowering fruit vegetable from Germany. The variety is well suited for cultivation in greenhouses and for outdoor cultivation in subtropical climates. The plants develop long, slightly prickly, medium to dark green fruits, with a stronger skin than normal snake cucumbers. The very robust variety is resistant to pests and diseases and can be harvested until autumn. The fruits are very tasty even when ripe and offer a real cucumber taste experience! Can be eaten with the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99; color: #000000;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan style=\"color: #1f2124\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eGeneral information\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant family:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCucurbitaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan\u003eAnnual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 days\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant height approx.:\u003c\/strong\u003e 350 cm\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoot type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep and shallow rooter\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNutrient requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e High\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e High\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 5°C\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Sunny until semi shady\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permeable, humus-rich loamy soil\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 to 7.5\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cu\u003eSowing and planting information\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGermination type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark germinator\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSowing depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-3 cm\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimal germination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 °C\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGermination time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-14 days\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant and row spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50x100 cm\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination ability of seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6-8 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eMixed culture\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal mixed culture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans, Dill, Garlic, Cabbage, Corn, Pepper, Lettuce, Celery, Spinach, Onions, Peas, Beetroot, Leek, Basil, Cumin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnfavorable mixed culture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radish, Horseradish, Zucchini, Tomato, Eggplant, Physalis, Potato\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eSowing by climate zone\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubtropic climate (Mediterranean) (e. g. B. Portugal, Spain, Italy)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDirect sowing is possible at an ambient temperature of at least 12°C. Pre-cultivation from February to September is recommended. The ideal location for the plants is sheltered from the wind, warm and sunny to partially shaded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModerate climate (e. g. B. Germany, Switzerland, Poland)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDirect sowing is possible at an ambient temperature of at least 12°C. Pre-cultivation from March to June is recommended. The ideal location for the plants is sheltered from the wind, warm and sunny.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003eGeneral recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe optimal time for germinating cucumbers is at an average night temperature of 12°C. Direct sowing in rows is possible. Pre-cultivation followed by planting at the specified planting distance is recommended. For pre-cultivation, sow the seeds directly into small pots or seed trays and plant them directly into the prepared bed when the second pair of leaves appears after the cotyledons, or when the root ball is sufficiently rooted. To ensure good soil moisture and temperature, we recommend covering the seeds with mulch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake cucumber 'Arola' prefers a permeable, nutrient-rich, moist and humus-rich clay soil. Heavy, cold clay soils or soils with a high salt content are less suitable. Does not tolerate waterlogging.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cu\u003eAdditional tips\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause of the risk of fungal infections during the winter, we recommend sowing twice a year, in spring and summer. Cucumber plants are generally cultivated with 2 or 3 shoots. Since the fruit is mainly formed on the side shoots, these should not be pruned; only cut off after the fruit. Later, the side shoots should be guided up without being cut. A framework for tying the cucumber shoots with tomato hooks is recommended. Sufficient and even watering is necessary and has a positive effect on the quality of the fruit. At temperatures below 10°C, the plant reduces its growth. Regular harvesting increases the yield. In order to quickly obtain a fine, crumbly and permeable soil with good nutrient and water storage capacity, it is recommended to also incorporate biochar and primary rock flour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cu\u003eType of propagation\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePropagation occurs via seeds and cuttings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003ePlant care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #e4cc99;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLoosened, nutrient-rich and constantly moist soil is fundamentally important for growth and quality fruit formation. 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