Cucumber Muncher | Cucumis sativus ‘Muncher’ | Sweet, Burpless Heirloom | Non-GMO | 30 Seeds

Cucumber Muncher |  Cucumis sativus ‘Muncher’ | Sweet, Burpless Heirloom | Non-GMO  | 30 Seeds

Munch your way through the garden with this sweet, tender cucumber that’s made for fresh eating! Cucumber ‘Muncher’ is a prolific heirloom variety known for its smooth, nearly spineless skin and mild, burpless flavor. Unlike typical slicing cucumbers, Muncher is soft-skinned, thin-walled, and ideal for eating straight off the vine—no peeling required.

This fast-growing cucumber thrives in warm climates and makes an excellent choice for small-space gardens, containers, or trellised beds. You’ll enjoy a season full of crisp, refreshing cucumbers perfect for snacking, salads, and pickling.

Seed Packet Info:

• Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus ‘Muncher’

• Skill Level: Easy – Great for beginners and container gardeners

• Pollinator Friendly:
  • Attracts bees
  • Supports beneficial insect activity

Planting & Care:

• Light: Full sun

• Plant Height: Vines can grow 5–6 feet if trellised

• Spacing: 12–18" apart

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy

• Soil: Loose, well-draining soil with compost

• Frost Sensitivity: Tender annual – plant after all danger of frost

To Start:

• Zones 3–6: Start indoors 2–3 weeks before last frost; transplant after soil warms

• Zones 7–10: Direct sow outdoors after last frost date

• Zones 11–12: Can be grown nearly year-round with adequate water and shade in extreme heat

• Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep; germinates in 5–10 days under warm conditions