Tourne-Sol Select Field Cucumber

Tourne-Sol Select Field Cucumber seeds represent years of hands-on landrace selection by the Tourne-Sol seed team, refined directly from their own market garden plots. The result is a slicing cucumber that performs reliably in open-field conditions — producing classic green fruits measuring 6 to 8 inches in length, with smooth to lightly ridged skin, crisp white flesh, and a clean, mild flavour that holds up beautifully from garden to table. Unlike catalogue varieties selected for uniform appearance, this one has been shaped by real growing seasons, favouring vigour, productivity, and adaptability over rigid standardisation.

Growing Guide

Tourne-Sol Select Field Cucumber reaches harvest in approximately 55 to 65 days from transplant, depending on growing conditions and weather. Cucumbers are warm-season crops that demand full sun — at least 8 hours of direct light daily. Start seeds indoors 3 to 4 weeks before your last expected frost date, sowing ½ inch deep in individual cells to minimise root disturbance at transplant time. Move seedlings outdoors only after soil temperatures have reached a consistent 18°C (65°F) or warmer.

For direct sowing, plant seeds outdoors after all frost risk has passed. Space plants 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches) apart in rows set 90 to 120 cm (36 to 48 inches) apart. Cucumbers thrive in loose, well-drained soil with good organic matter content and a pH of 6.0 to 6.8. Keep soil consistently moist — uneven watering contributes to bitterness. Trellising is optional but improves airflow, reduces disease pressure, and makes harvesting easier. This variety is well-suited to growers of all experience levels, and its landrace background gives it a degree of resilience that many hybrid varieties lack.

Harvest & Use

Begin harvesting when fruits reach 6 to 8 inches in length and the skin is a deep, even green. At this stage the flesh is at its most tender and the seed cavity remains small. Overripe cucumbers turn yellow and develop tougher seeds — check plants every 1 to 2 days during peak season to stay ahead of rapid growth. Use a clean knife or scissors rather than pulling, which can stress the vine.

The flavour is mild, crisp, and refreshing — ideal for fresh slicing, salads, tzatziki, quick pickles, and chilled summer soups. The skin is thin enough to eat without peeling in most cases. Store freshly harvested cucumbers in a cool spot or refrigerator crisper drawer, where they will keep well for 5 to 7 days. For best flavour, use within a day or two of picking.

A thoughtfully developed variety with genuine field history behind it — Tourne-Sol Select is the kind of cucumber that rewards attentive gardeners season after season.