Classic annual gherkin variety for pickling
gherkin seeds for an annual, traditional “National” type grown for small, firm fruits that are ideal for pickling and fine harvesting. This small green gherkin variety is valued in the vegetable garden for its reliable vine habit and neat, compact fruit size. Also known as parisian pickling cucumber seeds, it fits well in beds, raised plots, and other sunny, sheltered spaces where cucumbers are typically grown. Botanical name: Cucumis sativus.
Plant habit, site preference, and season
This pickling cucumber variety National develops trailing vines that can be guided along supports to keep growth tidy and make harvesting easier. Choose a sunny, sheltered spot for best general performance, especially in cooler or windy gardens. As annual cucumber vine seeds, it is commonly grown as a warm-season crop, with harvest typically running from July to October under suitable conditions. If you are looking for small-fruited gherkin seeds for sunny spot plantings and classic home pickling results, this variety is a practical, well-known choice.