4oz EARLY SPG BURPLESS CUCUM/F

Early Spring Burpless F1 Cucumber is a popular hybrid slicing cucumber bred for very mild flavor, low bitterness, and early production, even in cooler spring conditions.

Early Spring Burpless F1 Cucumber — Seed Information

Quick Overview

• Type: Slicing cucumber (vining)

• Fruit length: ~10–12 inches

• Skin: Dark green, thin, smooth

• Flavor: Very mild, sweet, “burpless”

• Use: Fresh slicing, salads

• Days to maturity: ~52–56 days (early)

• Pollination: Hybrid (F1)

Why gardeners choose Early Spring Burpless F1

• ✅ Extremely mild flavor with low cucurbitacin (reduces bitterness and digestive discomfort)

• ✅ Early production, even in cooler spring weather

• ✅ Long, straight, attractive fruit

• ✅ Thin skin—usually no peeling needed

• ✅ Excellent quality for fresh eating

“Burpless” doesn’t mean zero gas—it means less bitterness and easier digestion than standard cucumbers.

Growing from seed

• Planting time:

  • Start indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, or

  • Direct sow after frost when soil is ≥65°F

• Seed depth: ½–1 inch

• Spacing:

  • Hills: 2–3 plants per hill, hills 3–4 ft apart

  • Rows: 36–48 inches apart

• Sun: Full sun

• Soil: Rich, well‑drained, high organic matter

• Water: Deep, consistent watering is critical for mild flavor

• Support: Trellis recommended for straighter fruit and better airflow

Harvesting

• Harvest at 10–12 inches long

• Pick frequently to encourage continued fruiting

• Overgrown fruit reduces plant productivity

Kitchen notes

• Excellent raw in salads and sandwiches

• Cool, crisp texture

• Skin is tender—no need to peel

• Not designed for pickling