{"product_id":"cucumber-beit-alpha","title":"Cucumber Seeds, Beit Alpha","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e). Beit Alpha is famous the world over for its mild, sweet flavor, high yield, and consistency. In the early 1930s, plant breeder Hanka Lazerson at the Beit Alpha kibbutz in northern Israel set about improving the Damascus cucumber, a delicious but unpredictable landrace variety. The result was Beit Alpha, and it is everything a cucumber should be! Immigrants from the Middle East took Beit Alpha seeds with them as they settled around the world, and thanks to its excellent genetics, Beit Alpha has been used to develop hundreds of both hybrid and open-pollinated varieties. The plants of our Beit Alpha contain both male and female flowers, and the burpless fruit is thin skinned with relatively few seeds. Enjoy this slice of botanical history in your garden! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beit Alpha cucumbers thrive in warm, sunny environments with rich, well-draining soil. Their thin, smooth skin doesn’t require peeling, making them a favorite for fresh eating. These vigorous growers benefit from trellising to promote airflow and maximize space. Regular watering and frequent harvesting will keep plants productive and fruits crisp, sweet, and tender. Some afternoon shade is beneficial in the hottest summer weather.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511054565662,"sku":"CU150","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/cucumber_beit_alpha.jpg?v=1782394973","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/products\/cucumber-beit-alpha","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}