Cucumbers

Cucumbers are a refreshing summer crop that loves warmth and water. They can be grown on the ground or trained up a trellis to save space. With consistent harvesting, a few plants will keep you in crisp cucumbers all summer long.

Cucumbers

Planting

Direct sow after last frost when soil is warm. Or start indoors 3 weeks early.

Rich, well-draining soil. pH 6.0–7.0.

12 inches apart in rows 4–6 feet apart, or 1 plant per trellis.

Watering

Consistent deep watering, 1–2 inches per week. Critical during fruit development.