Fedco Seeds Silver Slicer Cucumber
Best thin skinned variety for home gardeners seeking sweet flavor.
A standout slicer that delivers a refined eating experience with creamy-white skin and crisp, buttery flesh that never turns bitter. This productive variety combines reliable disease resistance with a vigorous vining habit, ensuring a consistent harvest throughout the season.
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Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking gourmet flavor without any bitterness
- Organic growers dealing with humid climates and fungal pressure
- Busy cooks wanting quick snacks directly from the vine
Who should skip it
- Market farmers requiring blemish-free produce for long-distance transport
- Small-space gardeners with limited square footage or short fences
- Traditionalists who prefer the classic look of standard slicing varieties
Performance breakdown
Flavor Profile
Buttery, crisp texture with zero bitterness makes for exceptional fresh eating.
Disease Resilience
Strong powdery mildew resistance ensures a healthy, long-lasting harvest window.
Yield Potential
Vigorous plant growth consistently delivers a high volume of slender fruits.
Ease of Cultivation
Reliable open-pollinated genetics make this an approachable choice for home gardeners.
Harvest Efficiency
Sixty-four days to maturity offers a balanced timeline for seasonal planning.
Ethical Sourcing
Supports public vegetable breeding efforts through responsible, organic seed production.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
64 days
Lifecycle
Annual
Botanical Name
Cucumis sativus
Variety Type
Open-Pollinated
Disease Resistance
Powdery Mildew
Organic
Yes
Non-GMO
Yes
Plant Type
Vegetable
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
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