Cucumber Crystal Apple Seeds
Cucumis Sativus
An heirloom variety believed to have originated in China, Crystal Apple cucumbers produce round, apple-shaped fruits with smooth, light green skin. The vine typically yields 6 to 10 fruits. The flesh is crisp, juicy, and mild with a sweet, slightly tangy flavour—never bitter. Ideal for growing outdoors or in a polytunnel or glasshouse.
Average number of seeds: 14
Open-pollinated chemical-free seeds. Grown and saved in Wexford, Ireland. We only grow and save seeds from plants that were started from certified organic seeds.
Our seed packet includes growing tips and suggestions for cooking.
Cucumis Sativus
An heirloom variety believed to have originated in China, Crystal Apple cucumbers produce round, apple-shaped fruits with smooth, light green skin. The vine typically yields 6 to 10 fruits. The flesh is crisp, juicy, and mild with a sweet, slightly tangy flavour—never bitter. Ideal for growing outdoors or in a polytunnel or glasshouse.
Average number of seeds: 14
Open-pollinated chemical-free seeds. Grown and saved in Wexford, Ireland. We only grow and save seeds from plants that were started from certified organic seeds.
Our seed packet includes growing tips and suggestions for cooking.
Cucumis Sativus
An heirloom variety believed to have originated in China, Crystal Apple cucumbers produce round, apple-shaped fruits with smooth, light green skin. The vine typically yields 6 to 10 fruits. The flesh is crisp, juicy, and mild with a sweet, slightly tangy flavour—never bitter. Ideal for growing outdoors or in a polytunnel or glasshouse.
Average number of seeds: 14
Open-pollinated chemical-free seeds. Grown and saved in Wexford, Ireland. We only grow and save seeds from plants that were started from certified organic seeds.
Our seed packet includes growing tips and suggestions for cooking.
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To ensure the best germination, the temperature must be 18-20°C. Sow seeds on their sides, 2.5cm deep, in small pots with peat-free compost. Plant 50cm apart. Can be grown undercover or outdoors from late May, after the last frost. Grow up a string or support with bamboo.
Sow indoors: March to May
Plant out: May to July
Harvest: July to October
Check out our Grow & Cook section for more growing tips.
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Perfect for eating raw as a refreshing snack or sliced into salads. Its mild flavour makes it a great addition to fresh dishes and a crowd-pleaser at barbecues. Pair it with mint and dill for extra flavour, or use it as a cool, crunchy topping for sandwiches. It’s also great for homemade pickles.
Check out our Grow & Cook section for more cooking ideas.
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