Marketmore 76 Cucumber Seeds (Organic)

Marketmore 76 Cucumber is a reliable, productive variety that has become a staple in vegetable gardens for its excellent flavor and ease of growth. This cucumber produces straight, uniform fruit that grows to about 8-9 inches long, with dark green, tender skin and crisp, refreshing flesh. Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, Marketmore 76 matures in about 60-70 days, delivering consistent yields throughout the season. Its mild flavor and smooth texture make it ideal for slicing, adding to salads, or snacking fresh off the vine. This variety is highly resistant to common cucumber diseases, such as powdery mildew and cucumber mosaic virus, ensuring healthy, vigorous plants. The vines are compact yet productive, making them suitable for trellising to save space in small gardens. Regular harvesting encourages continuous fruit production, providing a steady supply for your kitchen. Whether you’re a beginner gardener or a seasoned grower, Marketmore 76 Cucumber is a dependable choice for high-quality, flavorful cucumbers. Its combination of disease resistance, productivity, and great taste makes it a must-have for any summer vegetable garden.

Cucumber - Marketmore 76 - Cucumis sativus

Tender Annual Marketmore 76 strain produces 8"-9" long fruits varying in diameter from 2"-2.5". Dark green even in hot weather with a sweet mild flavor. The fruit is blocky but tapers at both ends, covered in white spines with no stippling. Good for both home gardens or market in cool climate areas. Developed by Dr. Munger of Cornell University.

Did You Know? Resistant to powdery mildew, downy mildew, angular leaf spot, cucumber mosaic virus, anthracnose and scab.

Soil & Water: Plant cucumbers in hills or mounds with plenty of added organic matter. Sow 6-7 seeds in a hill, thinning to the 3 best vines.

Planting & Growing: In cool regions, start seeds indoors 10-14 days before the last frost, or sow seeds directly when the soil is at least 70°F. Plant seeds 18" apart if trellised or 36" apart if left to sprawl.

Harvesting & Storage: Harvest while small to medium-sized for best flavor. Keep harvesting fruit, even if misshapen, to keep vines productive.

Soil Temperature: 70-95°F
Planting Depth: 1/2"
Germination: 3-10 Days
Height At Maturity: 1'-4'
Days To Maturity: 58-75 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 18"-48"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 50 Seeds

For more information, please enjoy our Resource Guide for planting and growing cucumbers.