PARISKI CORNISON / Parisian Cornichon

The Parisian Cornichon cucumber variety is a mid-early to early type of cornichon, characterized by its rapid maturity and high yield. The vegetative period ranges from 40 to 50 days, allowing the first fruits to be harvested as early as 40-45 days after sowing. The plant exhibits strong growth vigor and medium-sized vines, predominantly with female flowers, which promotes abundant and prolonged fruiting.

The fruits of this variety have a dark green color, a large-bump surface with black spines, and a cylindrical, spindle-like shape. Their length varies from 6 to 10 cm, and their weight is 60-80 g. The skin is thin, the flesh is firm, crisp, juicy, and aromatic, with no bitterness, making the cucumbers ideal for fresh consumption as well as for pickling and salting. The fruits do not overgrow or deform, maintaining their flavor and appearance.

This variety is resistant to diseases such as downy mildew and powdery mildew, and it tolerates adverse growing conditions well. The Parisian Cornichon cucumber is suitable for cultivation in open ground, under plastic cover, and in glass greenhouses, making it a versatile choice for various climatic zones. Due to its characteristics, this variety is popular among gardeners who value high quality and reliable harvests.