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Jibai Shimoshirazu Cucumber Seeds for Home Gardening

Jibai Shimoshirazu Cucumber Seeds for Home Gardening

$16.99 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow Jibai Shimoshirazu seeds outdoors after the last frost once the soil has warmed to at least 70°F (21°C), or start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks earlier.

Plant seeds about ½″ deep in rich, well-drained soil, spacing plants 12–18″ apart.

How to Grow

Grow these cucumbers in full sun with regular watering to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.

A rich, well-drained soil with added compost supports vigorous growth.

Trellis or other vertical support helps vines climb, improves airflow, and keeps fruits clean.

Tips

Thin seedlings to the strongest plant per spacing to ensure healthy growth.

Trellising saves space and improves airflow, reducing disease pressure.

Harvest regularly to keep production steady throughout the season.

Avoid overhead watering to limit leaf diseases.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Deep green

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Vigorous

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Sweet

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Jibai Shimoshirazu Cucumber Seeds for Home Gardening
seed-type

Seed Type

Heirloom

plant-type

Plant Type

Fruiting Vegetable

Jibai Shimoshirazu is a traditional Japanese heirloom cucumber variety known for its exceptional sweetness, crisp texture, and high productivity. Developed and preserved over generations, this variety produces deep green cucumbers that resist bitterness and perform well under a range of conditions. The vines are vigorous yet manageable with trellis support, and the fruits are excellent for fresh eating, slicing in salads, or light pickling. Ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners in home plots and container gardens.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring–Early Summer

fruit-size

Fruit Size

7–10″

plant-height

Plant Height:

Vining Habit

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

4–12

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

12–18″

planting-depth

Planting Depth

½″

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Full sun

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000166736

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Jibai Shimoshirazu different from common cucumbers?

This heirloom variety is appreciated for its distinctive fruit quality and traditional garden heritage.

Can it be grown on arches or netting?

Yes. Climbing vines perform well on sturdy supports that improve harvesting and airflow.

Which herbs pair well with this cucumber?

Dill, basil, chives, parsley, and oregano are popular companion herbs.

Can fruits be picked before reaching full size?

Yes. Harvesting at the preferred size helps maintain fruit quality and encourages continued production.

Is this cucumber suitable for fresh salads?

Yes. Fruits are commonly sliced for salads, sandwiches, and fresh vegetable platters.

Do flowering vines support pollinators?

The flowers may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects throughout the blooming period.