Pickles grow on many soil textures, ranging from sandy loams and silt loams to clay loams.
Select soils that are well-drained and high in organic matter. Wet fields are slow to warm and will result in poor yields. There should be a minimum of a 3-year rotation with other cucurbits. The table can be used if a processor does not provide specific recommendations. Lime and Fertilizer Maintain a soil pH of 6.5-6.8.