Parisian Pickling

Family: Cucurbitaceae Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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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

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Parisian Pickling Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Jun 1st	Jun 15th	Aug 4th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	May 25th	Jun 8th	Jul 28th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	May 15th	May 29th	Jul 18th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	May 15th	May 29th	Jul 18th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	May 19th	Jun 2nd	Jul 22nd – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	May 15th	May 29th	Jul 18th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	May 13th	May 27th	Jul 16th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	May 8th	May 22nd	Jul 11th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	May 4th	May 18th	Jul 7th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	May 1st	May 15th	Jul 4th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Apr 25th	May 9th	Jun 28th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Apr 20th	May 4th	Jun 23rd – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Apr 10th	Apr 24th	Jun 13th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Apr 1st	Apr 15th	Jun 4th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Mar 23rd	Apr 6th	May 26th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Mar 6th	Mar 20th	May 9th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Feb 9th	Feb 23rd	Apr 14th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

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.