Marshalls Garden Cucumber Seeds - Lemon

Sow indoors during the spring months, following the temperature guidelines to ensure successful germination.

Yes, these cucumbers are well-suited to grow bags or large pots, provided you give them cane or string supports.

No, this variety is prized for its tender, sweet flesh, which is distinct from many larger, tougher cucumber types.

While they thrive in a greenhouse, they can be grown outdoors if you provide a sheltered spot or a mini polytunnel to ensure they receive enough warmth.

Maintain a spacing of 30cm between each plant to ensure proper air circulation and access to nutrients.

The secret is to feed the plant with high-potash fertilizer once flowers appear and to harvest the fruit regularly rather than letting it over-mature on the vine.

Ensure the soil temperature is consistently held between 20–25°C and that seeds are not buried deeper than 1cm.

Young seedlings are sensitive to direct sun. Move them to a brighter, cooler location and ensure they are properly hardened off before moving them outdoors.

Check your feeding schedule. Use a high-potash fertilizer specifically after flowers appear, and ensure you are picking mature fruits regularly to encourage new growth.