{"product_id":"cucumis-sativus-gherkin-cucumber-parisian-piccolo-di-parigi-seeds","title":"Cucumber \"Piccolo Di Parigi\" - 50 seeds (Cucumis sativus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥒 Cucumis sativus Cucumber ‘Piccolo di Parigi’ – Traditional French Pickling Cucumber with Crisp Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Piccolo di Parigi’ is a classic French heirloom cucumber variety prized for its short, cylindrical fruits with dark green skin and crisp, firm flesh. Traditionally grown for pickling and gherkins, it is equally delicious when harvested young for fresh eating. Fast-growing and very productive, this variety produces an abundance of uniform fruits throughout summer and performs well in greenhouses, polytunnels and warm outdoor positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● Traditional French pickling cucumber variety\u003cbr\u003e● Short, dark green fruits with crisp flesh\u003cbr\u003e● Excellent for gherkins and pickling\u003cbr\u003e● High-yielding and fast-growing plants\u003cbr\u003e● Suitable for greenhouse and outdoor growing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Sow \u0026amp; Grow Cucumber ‘Piccolo di Parigi’ (UK)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow indoors: IV (April)\u003cbr\u003eTransplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) after last frost\u003cbr\u003eDirect outdoors: V–VI (May–June) in warm soil\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: VII–IX (July–September)\u003cbr\u003eLife cycle: Annual\u003cbr\u003eGermination temperature: 20–25 °C (68–77 °F)\u003cbr\u003eAverage germ time: 7–10 days\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 2–3 cm (1 in)\u003cbr\u003eLight required: Yes\u003cbr\u003eMoisture: Regular watering; keep soil evenly moist\u003cbr\u003eEnvironment: Full sun (warm, sheltered position)\u003cbr\u003eSoil type: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter\u003cbr\u003ePlant spacing: 40–50 cm (16–20 in)\u003cbr\u003eFruit length: 8–12 cm (3–5 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Growing Tips (variety-specific)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● Harvest fruits young and regularly to encourage continued cropping.\u003cbr\u003e● Feed weekly once flowering begins for best yields.\u003cbr\u003e● Grow vertically with support to save space and improve fruit quality.\u003cbr\u003e● Avoid cold conditions and protect from frost.\u003cbr\u003e● Ideal for traditional homemade pickles and gherkins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● Authentic French pickling cucumber\u003cbr\u003e● Crisp texture and mild flavour\u003cbr\u003e● Heavy cropping throughout summer\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Green Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51672749900114,"sku":"P238 - Cucumber Parigi","price":1.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/1896\/9426\/files\/p238.jpg?v=1759745342","url":"https:\/\/happygreenshop.co.uk\/products\/cucumis-sativus-gherkin-cucumber-parisian-piccolo-di-parigi-seeds","provider":"Happy Green Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}