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Marketmore 80 — Cucumbers | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Marketmore 80
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

68-70days to harvest

7-10days to germinate

Z2–11USDA zones

Easy to Moderatedifficulty

Sowing

Direct sow after soil warms to 65°F or start indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting. Plant 1/2 inch deep.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: 1-2 inches per week, deep consistent watering
Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with high organic matter
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Height: 8-18 inches
Season: Warm season

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Dark green
Size: 8-9 inches long
Shape: Straight, cylindrical slicing type
Flavour: Crisp, refreshing, mild and never bitter

In the kitchen

Fresh slicing, salads, sandwiches, gazpacho, cucumber water

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Cucumber beetles, aphids, spider mites
Diseases: Bacterial wilt, anthracnose
Resistance: Excellent resistance to cucumber mosaic virus, downy mildew, powdery mildew, and angular leaf spot

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
2	May – June	July	July – August	September
3	May	June – July	June – August	September – October
4	April – May	June	June – July	September – October
5	April	May – June	May – July	August – October
6	April	May – June	May – July	August – September
7	March – April	May	May – June	July – September
8	March	April – May	April – June	July – August
9	February	March – April	March – May	June – July
10	January – February	March	March – April	May – July
11	January	February	February – March	April – June
12	January	February	February – March	April – June
13	January	February	February – March	April – June

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

BasilRepels aphids, spider mites, and thrips while potentially improving cucumber flavor

RadishesDeters cucumber beetles and borers, breaks up soil for cucumber roots

MarigoldsRepels cucumber beetles, aphids, and nematodes with natural compounds

NasturtiumsActs as trap crop for cucumber beetles and aphids, deters squash bugs

CornProvides natural trellis support and shade, complementary root zones

BeansFixes nitrogen in soil for cucumber uptake, compatible growth habits

LettuceEfficient space use as ground cover, similar water and nutrient needs

DillAttracts beneficial insects that prey on cucumber pests

Avoid

Aromatic HerbsStrong herbs like sage can stunt cucumber growth and affect flavor

PotatoesCompete for similar nutrients and may increase disease susceptibility

MelonsAttract same pests and diseases, cross-pollination can affect fruit quality

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 10
Protein (g): 0.59
Fat (g): 0.16
Carbohydrate (g): 2.16
Fibre (g): 0.7
Sugars (g): 1.38
Vitamin A (µg): 4
Vitamin C (mg): 3.2
Vitamin E (mg): 0.03
Vitamin K (µg): 7.2
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.051
Folate (µg): 14
Calcium (mg): 14
Iron (mg): 0.22
Magnesium (mg): 12
Phosphorus (mg): 21
Potassium (mg): 136
Zinc (mg): 0.17
Selenium (µg): 0.1

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Where to buy seed and equipment

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the cucumbers growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Marketmore 80

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

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