Marketmore 80

Family: Cucurbitaceae Vegetable

Cool, crisp flavor leads the way with Marketmore 80—an invitingly fresh bite that stays satisfyingly crunchy from first harvest through the season.

Expect a smooth, dark-green skin and a straight, market-ready silhouette that’s ideal for slicing, with a tender interior and reliably steady performance around 55 days. Grow it for abundant, dependable fruiting that turns everyday salads and relish trays into a showcase of garden-fresh texture.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 55 DaysHabit: Vine

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 25th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	May 9th
Harvest Begins	Jul 3rd
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	55
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Vine
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	65
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Marketmore 80 is built for that first-bite crunch—its tender interior keeps a clean chew, while the watery snap plays nicely with acid. It’s the slicing cucumber you reach for when you want slices to stay upright on the plate and not turn limp.

Best Uses

fresh slicing for sturdy salad stacks (won’t collapse under dressing)
fast cucumber relish with quick brining to keep it snappy
crunch-first crudités with salty dips like labneh or hummus
light pickling for fresh, tight bite rather than mushy fermentation

Flavor Profile

cool, crisp crunch gentle cucumber sweetness clean, watery snap with tender interior mild herbal edge from the green skin

Kitchen Pairings

lime kosher salt black pepper vinegar garlic sesame oil

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common disease or pest problem for Cucumis sativus (cucumber) and how can I control it in my home garden?

Powdery mildew commonly affects Cucumis sativus, especially once vines start heavy growth. Water at the base (not the leaves), improve airflow by keeping rows from crowding, and remove badly infected leaves early to slow spread. If needed, use a labeled horticultural sulfur or potassium bicarbonate product and spray according to the label at first signs and again as directed.

How often should I water Cucumis sativus during the main growing phase?

During active vine growth and fruiting, keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy—aim for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week, split into 2–3 deep waterings if it’s hot. Cucumis sativus is sensitive to uneven moisture; letting it swing dry to wet can cause misshapen fruit and bitterness. Mulch around the plants to reduce moisture fluctuations, and water early in the day so foliage dries quickly.

How do I tell when Marketmore 80 cucumbers are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits are small and firm—about 55 days after sowing for maturity—with typical picking sizes around 8–9 inches (20–23 cm). Check daily during peak production: Cucumis sativus quickly becomes seedy and less crisp if you leave fruit too long. Cut the cucumbers from the vine with a knife or pruners to avoid tearing vines, which helps keep the plant producing.