A very nice crisp and crunchy slicing cucumber. Great in salads and on sandwiches, as well as in cucumber soup. Also great for pickling at any stage. Cucumber is also regarded as a health food and a natural laxative. Ashley is an early variety with is a prolific producer of medium size 30cm fruits that are darker than other cultivars. Resistant to downy mildew and other problems normally caused by humid conditions. Also grows well in containers.