Excelsior (F1) is a premium variety specifically bred for high-quality pickling. It produces perfectly proportioned, 4–5" cucumbers with a firm, extra-crunchy texture designed to maintain its superior quality and blocky shape throughout the pickling process. This variety combines a rich, bitter-free flavor with a durable skin that ensures professional results for food preservation. As a parthenocarpic and gynoecious hybrid, it guarantees a prolific and consistent harvest throughout the season, backed by strong genetic resistance to viral diseases to ensure a healthy, high-yielding crop.

Disease Resistance:

Cucumber Mosaic Virus (Intermediate)

Cucumber Vein Yellowing Virus (Intermediate)

Powdery Mildew (Intermediate)

Scab (High)

Target Spot (High)