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Telegraph Improved
Cucumber
CucumberCucumis sativus 'Telegraph Improved'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 65 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 36" spacing
- High water
- pH 6.5–7.5
Overview
A classic English greenhouse cucumber variety that produces exceptionally long, smooth fruits with crisp, mild flesh and virtually no seeds. Originally developed for Victorian greenhouses, this productive climber can reach impressive lengths of 20+ inches and offers the authentic taste of premium European cucumbers. Perfect for gardeners wanting to grow restaurant-quality cucumbers at home.
Planting
Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after soil reaches 65°F. Plant 1/2 inch deep.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6.5–7.5. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, cucumber beetles. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, downy mildew, cucumber mosaic virus.