Cucumis sativus
Even small gardens can produce a full crop of tasty, 8-inch slicing cucumbers. Semi-dwarf, disease-resistant vines use less space and produce all season. All-America Selections winner. Harvest in 63 days.
Light | Full sun |
Row Spacing | 4 feet |
Plants per Hill | 4 |
Planting depth | 1 inch |
Days to germination | 7-10 |
Plant Height | 3 ft. vines |
Gardener’s Notes: Cucumbers are a warm-season crop. Sow directly into rich, well-drained soil in full sun in late spring, once night temps reach 55F (10C). Sow 5-6 seeds 1/2 inch deep and 4 inches apart in low hills 2 ft, apart. Thin, leaving only the three strongest plants per hill. Water consistently for mild, sweet fruits. Tie vines into short supports for easy picking. Pick often for best production when 7-8 inches long by cutting, not pulling cukes from vines.