I wanted to take this time to honor my favorite garden producer of the summer... my Boothby's Blonde cucumbers. Early this summer, I dreamt of a beautiful cucumber trellis, made of interwoven bamboo, arching between two of my curbside beds. Boothby's Blond did NOT disappoint. Not only were they healthy, vibrant climbers even in the melting North Carolina summer heat, they were also my best producer of the summer garden so far!
Take note of it's thin yellow skin... Unlike green cucumber varieties that are past their prime when they turn yellow, these are at their peak when they turn a bright lemony yellow. The skin is also thin enough that there is no need to peel! Unlike with some cucumbers, you won't be left chewing on woody skins and seeds. One aspect that is a little strange to get used to and is not pictured here is that they also have small black spines, which makes for a wild contrast with their yellow skins. Don't worry, they rub off easily!
Also note here their melon-like flesh... These are crisp and juicy. No need to scrape out the seeds. You won't even notice them.
A big thanks to Seed Savers Exchange, my source for Boothby's Blonde cucumber. I'll definitely be saving these seeds and planting again next year.
http://www.seedsavers.org/Details.aspx?itemNo=916
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