Kaiser Alexander cucumber is a Heirloom from Russia and is named after the Russian Emperor Alexander. This unusual cucumber variety produces fruits of about 15 cm long that are embroidered and dark brown when ripe. This cucumber is a stunning addition to your garden vegetables with its unusual appearance. The flesh is white without bitterness. Great cucumber for storing.
Scientific Name: cucumis sativus
Plant Life Cycle: annual
Optimal Germination Temperature: 23C
Germination time in days: 4-10 days
Indicative Days to maturity: 90 days
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil requirement: rich in organic matter, well drained, fertile
Sowing and cultivation: Sow seeds indoors 6 weeks before last frost if you will be growing them in a heated greenhouse. Sow cucumber seeds on their side, 1–2 cm deep, in small pots. Keep them at 21°C . Or Sow directly outside after the last chance of frost has passed and the soil temperature is at 21 C. It is recommended to give the plant support.
