Fatum Cucumber

Fatum Cucumber: Grow Giant, Versatile Cucumbers

The Fatum Cucumber is a remarkable variety known for producing truly giant fruits, reaching impressive lengths of up to 40 cm (approximately 16 inches) and a thickness of 10 to 12 cm (around 4-5 inches). These substantial cucumbers develop into what are known as “green-shell cucumbers” and are highly popular due to their versatility in the kitchen.

• Giant Fruits (Up to 40 cm Long):
  • Produces huge cucumbers, growing up to 40 cm in length.
  • Impressive size makes them stand out in the garden and on the plate.
• Thick and Substantial (10-12 cm Thick):
  • Features a considerable thickness of 10 to 12 cm, offering plenty of crisp flesh.
  • Ideal for slicing and various culinary preparations.
• Develops into Green-Shell Cucumbers:
  • Matures into the popular “green-shell cucumber” type, known for its slightly tougher outer skin that is still edible.
  • Provides a unique texture and characteristic.
• Versatile Culinary Uses:
  • Excellent for fresh cucumber salads, offering substantial slices.
  • Can be used as peeling cucumbers, with the outer layer removed.
  • Also ideal for pickling into delicious homemade pickles.
• Loves Warmth:
  • Fatum Cucumber Requires good soil moisture and consistently high temperatures for successful growth.
  • Thrives in warm conditions, making it a great choice for summer gardens.
• Premium Quality Seeds:
  • These cucumber seeds are of premium quality, sourced from traditional German plant cultivation.
  • Grown without the use of genetic engineering, ensuring a natural product.
• Growing Information:
  • Type: Slicing/Pickling Cucumber (Giant).
  • Fruit Length: Up to 40 cm (approximately 16 inches).
  • Fruit Thickness: 10-12 cm (approximately 4-5 inches).
  • Skin: Develops into a “green-shell”.
  • Uses: Salad, peeling, pickling.
  • Temperature for Germination: Constant 22° – 28°C (approximately 72-82°F).
  • Sensitivity to Cold: Very sensitive to cold; damage can occur below 5°C (41°F).
  • Soil: Requires good soil moisture.
  • Exposure: Needs sufficient high temperatures.
• Cultivation Instructions:
  • Simply push seeds 1-2 cm (approximately 0.5-1 inch) into the soil.
  • Water thoroughly and keep the soil consistently moist.
  • Maintain a constant temperature of 22° – 28°C for optimal germination.
  • Once the first true leaf reaches about 1 cm in size, transplant seedlings into 10 or 12-cm pots with appropriate soil and sufficient fertilizer.
• Consumption Tip:
  • Enjoy fresh cucumber salads or mixed salads.
  • Fatum Cucumber is Excellent for pickling to create delicious homemade pickles.