The vigorous, strong plants produce numerous mini, bitter-free cues around 15-18cm long. An 'all-female' variety best grown in a greenhouse or tunnel. Socrates is regarded as one of the best tasting cucumbers on the market today. Parthenocarpic (meaning it will fruit without pollination), extremely disease resistant & resistant to powdery mildew. One of the best to crop if it's a cloudy or dull summer with low light levels.