{"product_id":"cucumber-monika","title":"Cucumber Seeds, Monika","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e). From our Polish grower, who recommends ‘Monika’ for pickles. This one is parthenocarpic, which simply means it doesn’t need pollination to set fruit. This is great news to gardeners who find they lack local bee populations to pollinate regular cucumbers. It also means you can grow pickling cukes under glass. Makes a nice slicer as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monika cucumber produces fruits with excellent uniformity and mild flavor. This early-yielding cuke is ideal for slicing and thrives in warm, sunny locations. With resistance to common cucumber diseases, it is well-suited to home gardens and commercial plots. Trellising encourages straight fruit, better airflow, and easier harvesting. Harvest young for best taste and texture. 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":59511044505886,"sku":"CU184","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/cucumber_monika.jpg?v=1782394462","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/products\/cucumber-monika","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}