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Cucumber
Sow seeds indoors 1.5 cm deep 4-5 weeks before frost-free date and keep warm (above 21 Celsius) Do not disturb roots when transplanting outdoors. Can also be direct seeded outdoors once the soil has warmed to 21 degrees Celsius. Space plants 20 cm apart in rows 1.5 m apart. If cucumber beetles are a problem, cover the young plants with floating row covers until they start to flower then remove cloth so pollination can occur. Harvest frequently once plants begin to bear to ensure a steady supply of crisp cucumbers.
(For Mexican Sour Gherkins: Space plants 15 cm apart in rows 1m apart. Harvest when firm and fully formed on the vine but before they drop.)
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About Hawthorn Farm
Hawthorn Farm began in 1996 on a kitchen table with a single-page catalogue of organic seeds and a dream.
Today, we offer several hundred organic, open-pollinated vegetable, herb, and flower seed varieties to other farmers and gardeners across Canada.
Many seed companies simply resell imported seed from around the world. On our Canadian farm, we grow, harvest, test, and package seeds using organic practices that enrich soil and protect ecosystems.
Most of our seeds are produced right here, either on our own farm or by our local network of small growers. Varieties unsuited for producing excellent seed in our climate (zone 4 and 5) are carefully sourced from trusted growers in other regions.
Every packet reflects rigorous standards and a deep respect for the land. We wouldn't have it any other way.
Seeds are more than something to sell, they’re a way to connect.
Each summer we open our farm for workshops and tours, sharing the craft of seed saving.
We support schools, nonprofits, and community groups with seeds and knowledge, believing that communities grow stronger by sharing resources.
Good food starts with exceptional seed.
