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Introduced in 1968 by Cornell University, 'Marketmore' is a beautiful, dark green cucumber that's ready to pick when 6"–8" long. Fruits keep their size and shape even under poor weather conditions unlike other varieties that may curl and become misshapen. The 4'–6' long vines continue to produce with regular picking. Disease resistant.
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- Variety Info
- Sowing Info
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Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 60 days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Type: Monoecious, Slicing Cucumber (Learn More)
Native: Southern Asia
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: 4'–6' vines
Variety Info: 6"–8" long, 1 ½"–2" thick fruits with dark green, smooth, medium weight skin. 'Marketmore' was developed at Cornell University and introduced in 1968. Plants are resistant to cucumber mosaic virus.
Attributes: Frost Sensitive
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F, ideally 70°–90°F.
When to Start Inside: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Cucumbers are sensitive to root disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: ½"
Seed Spacing: A group of 2 seeds every 12"
Row Spacing: 36"
Thinning: When 3 leaves, thin to 1 plant every 12"
Growing Info
Harvesting: Pick, and pick some more! Overly mature cucumbers on the vine will slow production of new cucumbers. Cut the stem rather than pulling at the fruit, as stems are fragile. To increase the quality and storage time, once picked, immediately immerse in cold water to disperse "field heat".
- Stephanie @.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 16, 2026One Marketmore Grew 90 Cukes!
I planted one Marketmore seed in my greenhouse and feasted on cucumbers all season--90 total! This plant grew so huge that I had to connect extra trellises to hold it all, reaching about 15 feet from where I planted it, creating a super cool tunnel. I wasn't typically a cucumber grower, but now am completely addicted to them and will be growing Marketmore inside and out of the greenhouse.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertEGEpic GardeningFeb 20, 2026Hey Stephanie,
Wow! 90 cucumbers from one Marketmore plant - that's absolutely incredible! We're blown away by your success story! The fact that your plant grew 15 feet and created its own cucumber tunnel sounds like something out of a gardening dream. We love that you had to connect extra trellises to support all that amazing growth! It's so exciting to hear that Marketmore has turned you into a cucumber-growing addict - there's truly nothing like the satisfaction of harvesting your own fresh cucumbers all season long. We can't wait to hear how your indoor and outdoor Marketmore adventures go this year! Thank you for choosing us and for sharing this fantastic success story with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- VanessaRated 5 out of 5 starsSep 30, 202510/10 Recommend
I am a beginner gardener and every single one of these seeds that I planted have germinated. As a beginner, I appreciate that.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerEGEpic GardeningSep 30, 2025Hey Vanessa,
What a fantastic review and welcome to the wonderful world of gardening! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that every single one of your Marketmore Cucumber Seeds germinated perfectly - that's such an incredible way to start your gardening journey! They're one of Kevin's favorites for sure!
Your experience really highlights what makes Marketmore cucumbers such a perfect choice for beginners! There's nothing more discouraging than planting seeds and having poor germination rates when you're just starting out and learning the ropes. The fact that you got 100% germination shows what reliable performers these seeds are, and it's exactly the kind of confidence-building success that every new gardener deserves.
As a beginner, having seeds that you can count on makes such a difference in building your gardening skills and enthusiasm. Marketmore cucumbers are bred to be dependable producers, so you can focus on learning about growing and caring for your plants instead of worrying about whether your seeds will even sprout.
Your positive experience will be so encouraging for other beginning gardeners who want reliable seeds that give them the best chance for success!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Marcus F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsOct 21, 20245 Stars
There seeds have never let me down yet been buying from them for a while.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Dorothy S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 8, 20245 Stars
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Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Kristy F.Rated 5 out of 5 starsJun 6, 20245 Stars
Amazing!!! 10/10!!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
