Dependable, disease-resistant, and pickle-ready!
Sumter is a classic pickling cucumber that brings consistency to your garden and crunch to your jars. With its uniform fruits and strong resistance to common cucumber diseases, it’s a favorite for gardeners who want reliable harvests and flavorful pickles all season long.
Variety: Sumter Pickling Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual; vining (5–6 feet)
Flavor Profile: Mild, crisp, and slightly tangy
Color: Medium green with light striping
Planting Conditions: Direct sow in full sun after last frost
Harvest Timeline: Fruits ready in 55–65 days
Uses: Pickling, fresh eating, and high-yield gardens
Disease Resistance: Resistant to downy mildew, powdery mildew, and scab
Fun Fact: Developed by Clemson University, Sumter is a go-to for home and market growers alike.
Sumter cucumbers are the kind you can count on. Their firm texture and classic cucumber flavor make them ideal for crunchy pickles, while their disease resistance means fewer headaches in the garden. Whether you’re filling jars for the pantry or slicing them fresh for a snack, Sumter delivers every time.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun with fertile, well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Plant ½ inch deep, spacing seeds 12 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruiting.
🌿 Support and Maintain: Use a trellis or let vines sprawl naturally.
✂️ Harvest: Pick when fruits are 4–6 inches long and firm, perfect for pickling or fresh crunch.
