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Straight Eight — Cucumbers | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Straight Eight
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

58-65days to harvest

7-10days to germinate

Z2–11USDA zones

Easydifficulty

Heirloom

Sowing

Direct sow after soil temperature reaches 65°F, or start indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost date.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: 1-2 inches per week, consistent moisture
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: 12-18 inches
Height: 8-18 inches
Season: Warm season

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Dark green with lighter stripes
Size: 8 inches long, 2.5 inches diameter
Shape: Cylindrical, straight and uniform
Flavour: Crisp, mild, refreshing with no bitterness

In the kitchen

Fresh eating, slicing, salads, sandwiches, pickling when smaller

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Cucumber beetles, aphids, spider mites, squash bugs
Diseases: Powdery mildew, bacterial wilt, angular leaf spot, anthracnose
Resistance: Moderate resistance to cucumber mosaic virus and downy mildew

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	August – October
5	April	May – June	May – July	August – September
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.

RadishesBreak up soil for cucumber roots and repel cucumber beetles

MarigoldsRepel cucumber beetles, aphids, and other harmful insects

NasturtiumsAct as trap crop for cucumber beetles and aphids

BeansFix nitrogen in soil and provide natural trellis support

CornProvides natural shade and wind protection for cucumber vines

SunflowersAttract beneficial insects and provide afternoon shade

DillAttracts beneficial insects like lacewings that control cucumber pests

LettuceBenefits from cucumber's shade while maximizing garden space

Avoid

Aromatic HerbsStrong scents from sage, rosemary can inhibit cucumber growth

PotatoesCompete for nutrients and may increase disease susceptibility

MelonsCross-pollination concerns and increased competition for water and nutrients

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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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.

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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