"Unique Beit Alpha x long Asian cross [meaning: a cross of Israeli-type cucumbers with exceptionally tender skin, and long Asian cucmbers]. Glossy, spineless cukes with tiny seed cavities, crisp texture, and excellent flavor. A prolific yielder of remarkably straight, uniform fruits. Harvest at 9–11" long (or smaller, if you prefer). Stays crisp and delicious up to 14". Strong disease package. Gynoecious and parthenocarpic. High resistance to cucumber mosaic virus, powdery mildew, and target spot." (Johnny's Seeds). As a gynecious cucumber, this variety has mostly female flowers, so produces more fruit. As a parthenocarpic cucumber, it does not require pollination to set fruit, therefore the relative dearth of male flowers is not an issue (unlike gynecious cukes that are not also parthenocarpic).