Northern Pickling Cucumber is an open pollinated, high yielding, early harvest variety that is excellent sliced or pickled. Thick, medium green 3" to 5" inch fruits grow abundantly on short compact vines. Northern Pickling Cucumber is a great space saving variety ideal for container and patio gardens. Developed in Maine, it was specifically adapted for northern growers with shorter seasons and cooler climates. Black spine. High resistance to scab. 50 days. Packet: 25 seeds.