CUCUMBER Seeds, White Wonder

White Wonder Cucumber (Cucumis sativus 'White Wonder') is an heirloom, open-pollinated cucumber producing striking ivory-white, 7 inch fruits with crisp, mild flesh. Unusual and elegant, it is as productive as it is eye-catching.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Cucumis sativus 'White Wonder'
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated cucumber
• Fruit length: About 7 inches, ivory-white
• Sun: Full sun (6 to 8 hours)
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, organic-rich
• Temperature: Warm-season, above 70F

Best for

• Fresh salads and slicing
• Eye-catching garnishes
• Pickling when young
• Trellised and small-space gardens

How to grow

Sow in spring or early summer once soil has warmed above 70F, in full sun and fertile soil. Keep moisture consistent during fruiting to prevent bitterness. A trellis saves space and keeps the pale fruit clean. Harvest young and firm for the best flavor and continued production.

Flavor profile

Crisp, mild, and refreshing, with tender white skin and a clean, sweet taste.

About 99Heirlooms

99Heirlooms is a seed company devoted to heirloom and open-pollinated varieties, giving home gardeners dependable seeds with the character and heritage of generations past.