Cucumber 'Piccolo Di Parigi' – Seeds (Cucumis sativus)

Cucumber 'Piccolo Di Parigi' is a compact, early-maturing variety producing small, tender, and crisp fruits with a sweet, refreshing flavor. Its uniform, cylindrical fruits are perfect for fresh eating, salads, or pickling.

This variety is ideal for greenhouse, polytunnel, or well-protected outdoor cultivation. Its vigorous growth and high yield make it a reliable choice for home gardeners and small-scale growers.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: March – April

• Sow outdoors: May – June, after last frost

• Depth: 1–2 cm

• Spacing: 30–40 cm between plants, rows 60–80 cm apart

• Support: Can be grown on the ground or trained on low trellises

• Position: Full sun, warm and sheltered

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, rich in organic matter

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist

Key Features

• Compact, early-maturing variety

• Small, crisp fruits with sweet flavor

• Excellent for fresh eating, salads, and pickling

• High-yielding and vigorous growth

• Suitable for greenhouse or protected outdoor cultivation

Harvest

• Harvesting period: July – September

• Pick fruits when 10–15 cm long for best texture and taste.

Short Tip

Regular harvesting encourages continuous fruit production and maintains quality.