{"product_id":"botanical-interests-cucumber-poinsett-76-seeds-2-grams","title":"Cucumber Poinsett 76 Seeds 2g - Botanical Interests Disease-Resistant Slicing Cucumber for All Climates","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBotanical Interests Cucumber Poinsett 76 - Disease-Resistant Slicing Cucumber Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrow crisp, delicious slicing cucumbers in any climate\u003c\/strong\u003e with Botanical Interests Cucumber Poinsett 76 Seeds. This \u003cem\u003ereliable heirloom variety\u003c\/em\u003e performs exceptionally well in all climates, including hot, humid areas, and features excellent disease resistance for healthy, productive plants throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Cucumber Poinsett 76?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Disease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resistant to downy mildew, powdery mildew, and other common cucumber diseases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Climate Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in all climates, including hot, humid areas where other cucumbers struggle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrisp Slicing Cucumber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect texture and flavor for fresh eating and salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable Producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent yields throughout the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Tolerant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Continues producing even in hot summer weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark Green Fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attractive, uniform cucumbers with excellent quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for slicing, salads, and fresh eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for beginning and experienced gardeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Time-tested favorite since 1976\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botanical Interests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cucumber Poinsett 76 (Cucumis sativus)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacket Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e #0280\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slicing cucumber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-70 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vining (requires support or space to sprawl)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Downy mildew, powdery mildew, anthracnose, angular leaf spot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6-8 hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil with organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm-season crop; 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