Parisian Pickling

Family: Cucurbitaceae Vegetable

Crisp as fresh-cut glass, Parisian Pickling delivers tight, uniform fruits with a cool, refreshing snap and a clean, delicately sweet cucumber flavor.

At maturity, the skins shine in a deep, glossy green and hold their crunch beautifully for classic pickling—ideal for bright, tangy jars and quick refrigerator batches. A vigorous vining habit and early 50-day turnaround make it a dependable choice for gardeners who want reliable results and satisfying texture in every harvest.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 50 DaysHabit: Vine

Botanical illustration of Parisian Pickling

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	Jun 28th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	50
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

Parisian Pickling is built for the jar: its dense, uniform flesh stays snappy even after soaking, while its delicate sweetness lets vinegar and aromatics lead without tasting watery. Slice thin for speed, or leave whole for maximum bite—either way, it keeps its cool refreshment under acid.

Best Uses

classic dill-and-garlic style pickles where the crunch is the star
quick refrigerator pickles—slice thin so they drink in vinegar fast
cold cucumber salads with sour cream or yogurt dressings that won’t soften them too quickly
crudités with a sharp vinegar-salt dip

Flavor Profile

cool, clean cucumber sweetness tight, glassy crunch subtle green-herb freshness delicate flavor that soaks up brine well

Kitchen Pairings

rice vinegar garlic black pepper yogurt or sour cream fresh dill

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prevent and treat powdery mildew or cucumber beetles on Cucumis sativus (Parisian Pickling) in home gardens?

Check leaves 2–3 times per week for powdery mildew starting as pale, dusty patches—remove badly infected leaves and increase airflow by spacing plants properly and avoiding overhead watering. For cucumber beetles, inspect for adults and frass at the base of plants; use row cover until flowering begins and, if needed, spot-treat adults early in the day to reduce damage before blossoms form.

How often should I water Parisian Pickling cucumbers during the main growing phase, and what soil moisture level should I maintain?

During active vine growth (once plants start running), keep soil consistently evenly moist—aim for a steady dampness at the 2–3 in (5–8 cm) depth without letting it dry out completely. Water deeply about 2–3 times per week in warm weather, then adjust so the surface doesn’t dry and crack; irregular drought followed by heavy watering increases bitter or misshapen fruits.

When are Cucumis sativus ‘Parisian Pickling’ ready to harvest, and how can I tell?

Harvest at about 50 days, when fruits are firm and the pickling size is reached—typically small cucumbers about 3–4 in (7–10 cm) long for best crispness. Pick frequently (every 1–2 days) once they start sizing up, because letting fruits overgrow reduces new fruit set and makes pickles less crisp.