Mr. Fothergills Cucumber Patio Snacker F1 Compact, Crunchy Cucumbers for Containers

Grow delicious, snack-sized cucumbers even in small spaces with Mr. Fothergills Patio Snacker F1, a compact hybrid variety bred specifically for containers, patios, and balconies. Producing short, crisp, dark green fruits with a sweet, mild flavour, this variety delivers high yields from neat, manageable plants.

Key Features

• Compact F1 Hybrid: Ideal for pots, containers, and small gardens

• Snack-Sized Fruits: Short, crunchy cucumbers perfect for fresh eating

• Sweet & Mild Flavour: Crisp flesh with little to no bitterness

• High-Yielding: Produces plenty of fruits on compact plants

• Versatile Growing: Suitable for patios, greenhouses, and sheltered outdoor spots

Sow & Grow

• Sow Indoors: MarchApril for early crops

• Sow Outdoors: MayJune once risk of frost has passed

• Growing Position: Full sun in fertile, well-drained compost or soil

• Spacing: One plant per large container or 3040 cm apart in the ground

• Harvest: From early summer onwards; pick fruits regularly to encourage further cropping

Perfect for gardeners with limited space Patio Snacker F1 delivers crisp, tasty cucumbers straight from container to plate.