Cucumber, Botanical Interests Poinsett 76 Seeds
Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
Days to Maturity: 65 days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Native: Southern Asia
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Plant Dimensions: 4²-6² vines
Variety Information: Dark green, cylindrical fruits, with round ends and smooth, thin skin are best harvested when 7³-8³ long, 2 1/2³ in diameter. ˜Poinsett 76 was developed in 1976 from the collaborative efforts of Dr. Henry M. Munger at Cornell University along with Clemson University. Plants are resistant to anthracnose, angular leaf spot, downy mildew, powdery mildew, and scab.
Type: Monoecious, slicing cucumber
Attributes: Disease Resistant, Heat Tolerant, Monoecious
You can depend on 'Poinsett 76' for a bountiful harvest of dark green, straight cucumbers produced on plants that resist many common diseases, including mildews, anthracnose, scab, and angular leaf spot. Cucumbers average 7"-8" long and 2 1/2" in diameter and are produced over a long harvest period. Enjoy fresh slices in salads or with your favorite dip. 2 grams (55 seeds)
