Cucumbers
Dutch Yellow or Gele Tros

Large yellow cucumber popular in Holland for pickles. Rare, sunny yellow color, striking. Sprouts in 5-14 days, 60-70 days to maturity.

About Dutch Yellow or Gele Tros

(Cucumis sativus). This large yellow cucumber was popular in Holland for making sliced pickles. The Dutch call this cucumber the “ancient race.” With its sunny yellow color, the ripe fruit is quite striking. This fine old strain is very rare now, even in Europe. Annual Sprouts in 5–14 days 60–70 days to maturity Full sun Planting depth: 1/2 inch Plant spacing: 12 to 18 inches Ideal temperature: 70°F to 90°F Frost hardy? No