Marketmore 76 is a classic open-pollinated slicing cucumber bred by Henry Munger at Cornell University and released in 1976, a benchmark for reliable dark-green slicers in home gardens. It produces straight, uniform fruits about eight inches long with dark green skin, on vigorous vines that yield well over a long season. It is especially valued for its multiple disease resistances, including scab, cucumber mosaic virus, and powdery and downy mildews, which made it a standard for the Northeast and cooler regions. Fruits are non-bitter, crisp, and flavorful, ideal for fresh eating and salads. As an open-pollinated variety, gardeners can save its seed. Marketmore 76 remains one of the most trusted and widely grown slicing cucumbers for its dependability and disease package.
Flavor Profile
Crisp, mild, and non-bitter with clean, refreshing cucumber flavor; excellent for slicing and salads.
Visual Characteristics
Straight, uniform dark-green fruits about eight inches long on vigorous trailing vines.
Growing Tips
Provide steady moisture and a trellis for straight fruit; its strong disease package suits cooler northern gardens.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
Resistant to scab, cucumber mosaic virus, and powdery and downy mildews
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.