When plants are 2-3 inches high, thin leaving the 3 or 4 strongest plants in each hill. Germinates in 8 to 10 days depending on soil and weather conditions. For best results use a trellis or stakes. For best flavor, pick fruits when 6 to 8 inches long. Do not permit fruits to grow too large.
Control insects with vegetable dust.
Fruit is 8 to 9 inches long, straight sided and dark green. Resistant to downy mildew, powdery mildew, scab and mosaic virus, this variety is adapted to many growing areas. Plant seeds in late spring when the ground is warm and all danger of frost is past. Each ring is called a hill and hills should be spaced 3 to 4 feet apart. When plants are 2 to 3 inches tall, thin, leaving the 3 or 4 strongest plants in each hill.