Cucumis anguria 'Jamaican Burr' (Gherkin) Seed AS
$4.15
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65 days
"A rare and unique cucumber relative originating in West Africa and brought to Jamaica via the trans-Atlantic slave trade in the 1500s. It has remained a popular vegetable in Jamaica. Jamaican Burr Gherkin is a member of what are often called West Indian Burr gherkins. Earlier and more productive than the common strain. The 1-2″ long, light green fruit is covered with soft spine-like bumps giving it its unique look. Best eaten when small and young, before filling up with seeds. With a mild, slightly tangy flavor and a pleasing crunch, burr gherkins are fantastic pickled, cooked in stews and stir fry, and also raw. Very versatile, they can be used like cucumbers or cooked like squash. Even though the fruit is small, plants are unbelievably productive, out producing every other cucumber we have grown. More resistant to disease and insects than cucumbers and squash. Grow similarly to cucumbers, however the vines can grow up to 8′ and love to climb up trellises."
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