{"product_id":"cucumber-marketmore-seeds","title":"Cucumber - Marketmore seeds","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCucumber Seeds – Marketmore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own fresh, crisp and delicious cucumbers with Marketmore cucumber seeds,\u003cspan\u003e This popular and reliable cucumber variety produces long, dark green fruits with a slightly ridged skin and a refreshing, mild flavour. Known for its productive growth and excellent quality cucumbers, Marketmore is a fantastic choice for gardeners looking to enjoy fresh, homegrown produce throughout the summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for greenhouses, polytunnels and sheltered outdoor growing positions, Marketmore is a versatile variety for home gardeners and allotment growers alike. The cucumbers are perfect for slicing into fresh salads, adding to sandwiches, using in wraps or enjoying straight from the plant. With regular harvesting and suitable growing conditions, Marketmore can provide a generous supply of crisp cucumbers for your kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Grow Marketmore Cucumbers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent flavour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Enjoy fresh, mild-tasting cucumbers with a satisfying crunch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive fruits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Produces long, dark green cucumbers with slightly ridged skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProductive variety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Regular harvesting encourages continued fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile in the kitchen:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Perfect for salads, sandwiches, wraps, snacks and homemade pickles when harvested young.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for home growing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A rewarding crop for vegetable gardens, greenhouses and allotments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh summer produce:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting cucumbers straight from your own garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Grow Marketmore Cucumbers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow indoors from March to May for an early start, or outdoors from late May to June once the soil has warmed and all risk of frost has passed. Outdoor sowing is best suited to a warm, sheltered position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a warm, sunny location protected from strong winds. Marketmore can be grown outdoors in a suitable sheltered spot or under cover in a greenhouse or polytunnel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow seeds individually in pots of seed compost, approximately 2 cm deep, placing each seed on its edge. Keep warm at around 20–25°C and maintain evenly moist compost. Once seedlings are established, grow them in good light and avoid chilling the plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarden off indoor-grown seedlings gradually before planting outside once night-time temperatures are consistently above approximately 10°C and frost risk has passed. Space plants around 45–60 cm apart, depending on your growing method and available space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly and consistently, particularly during flowering and fruit development. Aim to keep the soil moist without waterlogging it, and water around the base of the plant where possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow in fertile soil enriched with well-rotted organic matter. Once plants begin flowering and producing fruit, feed regularly with a suitable vegetable or tomato fertiliser according to the product instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarketmore plants can be trained up a sturdy trellis or support where suitable, helping save space and improve airflow. Alternatively, allow them to trail across the ground where space permits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarketmore Cucumber Growing Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing stage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended timing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow indoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarch–May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate May–June\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate May–June, after frost risk has passed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually 7–14 days in warm conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally July–September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun, warm and sheltered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertile, moisture-retentive and well-drained\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing times are approximate and will vary according to weather, soil conditions and growing location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen to Harvest Marketmore Cucumbers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarketmore cucumbers are generally ready to harvest from July onwards, depending on sowing date and growing conditions. Pick the fruits when they have reached a good size, are firm and have developed their characteristic dark green colour. Check plants regularly, as cucumbers can grow quickly during warm weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a sharp knife or clean secateurs to cut the fruits from the plant rather than pulling them off, which can damage the stems. Regular harvesting encourages plants to continue producing new cucumbers and helps prevent fruits from becoming oversized or developing a bitter flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the best taste and texture, harvest cucumbers while they are young and tender. Enjoy them fresh in salads, sandwiches and summer dishes, or refrigerate them until ready to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart growing your own fresh, crisp cucumbers with Marketmore cucumber seeds from Warne’s Seeds,\u003cspan\u003e a fantastic choice for gardeners who want to enjoy delicious homegrown vegetables throughout the summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warne's Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59252955971919,"sku":null,"price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9871\/4447\/files\/Cucumberfront.png?v=1792926013","url":"https:\/\/warnesseeds.co.uk\/products\/cucumber-marketmore-seeds","provider":"Warne's Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}