Grow your own authentic Kyuri ‘Bon Odori’ cucumber, known for its slender shape, thin skin and exceptionally crisp texture.

This traditional Japanese cucumber variety produces sweet, refreshing fruits with very few seeds and no bitterness, perfect for salads, sushi, sunomono (Japanese cucumber salad), and light pickling, ‘Bon Odori’ is a reliable and productive variety well suited to UK gardens and greenhouses.

Why Grow Kyuri ‘Bon Odori’?

• Long, slender cucumbers with smooth, thin skin
• Sweet, mild flavour with no bitterness
• Crisp texture with minimal seeds
• Excellent for fresh eating, salads and pickling
• Suitable for greenhouses or sunny outdoor growing in the UK

Unlike thicker-skinned varieties, Japanese cucumbers are delicate and tender, making them ideal for eating straight from the vine. Their refreshing flavour pairs beautifully with rice dishes, seafood and summer meals.

How to Grow Kyuri ‘Bon Odori’ Japanese Cucumbers in the UK

Sowing Time:
Sow indoors from April to May. Transplant after risk of frost has passed.

Position:
Full sun in a greenhouse or a warm, sheltered outdoor spot.

Soil Type:
Rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.

Sowing Instructions:

• Sow seeds 2cm deep in individual pots
• Keep warm (18–22°C) until germination
• Harden off before planting outdoors
• Space plants 45–60cm apart
• Provide support such as a trellis or canes

Watering & Care:
Water regularly and consistently to prevent bitterness. Feed weekly once flowering begins.

Harvest:
Ready approximately 55–65 days from sowing. Harvest regularly while fruits are slender and firm to encourage continued production.

Approximately 10 seeds per pack