Can You Pickle Burpless Cucumbers? Better to Use Pickling Types

Burpless cucumbers (Sweet Success, Sweeter Yet) are bred for fresh eating, not pickling. They tend to become mushy when canned.

Why Pickling Cucumbers Work Better

• Thinner skins, smaller seeds, firmer flesh.
• Bred for crisp texture after processing.
• Varieties like 'National Pickling' or 'Calypso' are reliable.

Strategy

Grow burpless for salads and slicing. Plant a separate row of pickling cucumbers for canning. This ensures quality for both uses.