{"product_id":"gherkin-west-indian-cucumber-seeds-vegetable-plant","title":"Gherkin West Indian Cucumber Seeds - Vegetable Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eWest Indian Gherkin is a vigorous warm-season annual vine prized for its small, spiny green fruits that are ideal for pickling and fresh culinary use. It is well suited to home gardens, raised beds, trellises, and containers. The plant thrives in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and produces abundant harvests throughout the summer. 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