Item description for 150 West Indian Gherkin Cucumber Seeds Cucumis Anguria Spiky Cocombro Seed

Since gherkins cannot survive frost, plant only after all danger of frost has passed and the soil begins to warm. Choose an area with full sunlight, well-drained soil, and away from tree roots. To plant, make 1 inch deep holes spaced 18 inches apart in raised beds down the rows, then plant 3-4 seeds in each hole. Cover seeds with about 1 inch of fine soil and firm the soil with the flat side of a hoe, but do not pack it. Remove extra plants after seedlings emerge.

Gherkin vines can reach 6-8 feet long or more and require lots of space. In large gardens, gherkins can be spread on the ground. In small gardens, gherkins can be trained on a fence, trellis, cage, or along a wire attached to a wall. If wire cages are used, plant along the cage or trellis.