Cucumber 'Bush Pickle'

‘Bush Pickle’ is a compact cucumber selection for small gardens, patios, and containers, producing short green fruits suited to pickling. Its bushy growth still spreads several feet, so allow room for the foliage and harvest access. ## Fruit and growing conditions Reimer Seeds lists the F1 Bush Pickle cucumber at about 45 days, with 4–5-inch fruits and vines spreading 2–3 feet wide. The seller also notes resistance to Ccu and cucumber mosaic virus (CMV). Fruit size and maturity can vary with growing conditions; pick regularly while fruits are young to encourage continued production. The source lists full sun to partial shade and fertile, well-drained soil. For cucumbers generally, it recommends sowing after frost risk has passed and the soil has warmed, since cold, wet soil can hinder germination. See the [Reimer Seeds listing](https://www.reimerseeds.com/bush-pickle-cucumber-seeds) for the exact variety’s spread, fruit size, harvest timing, and disease-resistance codes. ## Maintenance Keep the root zone evenly moist, especially during hot weather and fruiting. Check plants frequently and harvest often; use a small trellis only if desired, while remembering that this bush type is selected for compact growth.