Green Finger Cucumber is a highly productive and versatile variety known for its slim, tender fruit and mild, refreshing flavor. Each cucumber grows to about 5-6 inches long, with smooth, dark green skin and crisp, juicy flesh that makes it perfect for snacking, slicing into salads, or adding to summer beverages. Thriving in full sun and nutrient-rich, well-draining soil, Green Finger Cucumbers mature in just 50-55 days, providing an early and abundant harvest. The vigorous plants are disease-resistant and highly adaptable, performing well in garden beds, raised beds, or trellised systems to save space and improve airflow. Regular harvesting encourages continuous fruit production, ensuring a steady supply of cucumbers throughout the season. This variety is easy to grow and low-maintenance, making it a favorite for gardeners of all skill levels. Whether you’re cultivating them for fresh eating, pickling, or sharing with family and friends, Green Finger Cucumbers deliver exceptional taste and quality in every harvest.

Cucumber - Green Finger - Cucumis sativus

Tender Annual Persian-type slicer (Beit Alpha-type). Produces straight 8-10" long cucumbers with thin, tender skin and exceptional flavor. Has a small seed cavity, crisp flesh and stores well. Very productive.

Did You Know? Green Finger was developed by Cornell University and shows resistance to powdery mildew.

Soil and Water: Plant cucumbers in hills or mounds with plenty of added organic matter. Sow 6-7 seeds in a hill, thinning to the 3 best vines.

Planting and Growing:In cool regions, start seeds indoors 10-14 days before the last frost, or sow seeds directly when the soil is at least 70°F. Plant seeds 18" apart if trellised or 36" apart if left to sprawl.

Harvesting & Storage: Harvest while small to medium-sized for best flavor. Keep harvesting fruit, even if misshapen, to keep vines productive.

Soil Temperature: 70-95°F

Planting Depth: 1/2"
Germination: 3-10 Days
Height At Maturity: 1-4'
Days to Maturity: 60 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 18-24"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 50 | Per 1 oz bulk: 1,375

For more information, please enjoy our Resource Guide for planting and growing cucumbers.