Fat Tomato Chemical-Free Crystal Apple Cucumbers
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Fat Tomato Chemical-Free Crystal Apple Cucumbers
Fat Tomato Organic Crystal Apple Cucumbers
Anthony sowing organic seeds

Cucumber Crystal Apple Seeds

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Cucumis sativus

An elegant heirloom cucumber believed to have originated in China. Crystal Apple produces round, apple-shaped fruits with smooth, pale green skin and crisp, juicy flesh. The flavour is mild, gently sweet, and refreshing, with none of the bitterness sometimes found in cucumbers.

Compact, productive vines typically yield 6-10 fruits per plant and grow well outdoors in a warm summer or under cover in a polytunnel or glasshouse.

Average number of seeds: 14

Open-pollinated, chemical-free seeds. Grown and saved in Wexford, Ireland. We only grow and save seeds from plants that were started from certified organic seeds.

Each seed packet includes growing tips and cooking suggestions inside.

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Cucumis sativus

An elegant heirloom cucumber believed to have originated in China. Crystal Apple produces round, apple-shaped fruits with smooth, pale green skin and crisp, juicy flesh. The flavour is mild, gently sweet, and refreshing, with none of the bitterness sometimes found in cucumbers.

Compact, productive vines typically yield 6-10 fruits per plant and grow well outdoors in a warm summer or under cover in a polytunnel or glasshouse.

Average number of seeds: 14

Open-pollinated, chemical-free seeds. Grown and saved in Wexford, Ireland. We only grow and save seeds from plants that were started from certified organic seeds.

Each seed packet includes growing tips and cooking suggestions inside.

  • Crystal Apple cucumbers enjoy warmth, shelter, and regular watering. Sow seeds indoors into small pots or modular trays using peat-free organic compost. Keep warm (18-22°C) and moist until germination, then grow on in good light.

    Plant out after all risk of frost has passed into a sunny, sheltered spot, outdoors or under cover. Space plants well and train vines up strings, canes, or netting for better airflow and fruit quality. Harvest fruits young for the best flavour and texture.

    Sow indoors: March to May

    Plant out: Late May to July

    Harvest: July to October

    Check out our Grow & Cook section for more growing tips.

  • Crystal Apple cucumbers are perfect eaten raw as a refreshing snack or sliced into salads. Their mild, crisp flesh makes them a crowd-pleaser at barbecues and ideal for fresh summer dishes. Pair with mint and dill, add to sandwiches for crunch, or use whole or sliced to make simple homemade pickles.

    Check out our Grow & Cook section for more cooking ideas.

  • Check our frequently asked questions page for answers to all those questions you might have.

    If you have a specific question, feel free to reach out to us at hello@fattomato.ie

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