Cucumber
Cucumis sativus
Cucurbitaceae · Vegetable
Cucumbers are a refreshing addition to any garden, known for their crisp texture and mild flavor. They are vigorous growers, often producing an abundant harvest that's perfect for slicing, pickling, or adding to cool drinks.
- · Provide a trellis or cage for vining varieties.
- · Water consistently and deeply, especially during dry spells.
- · Harvest frequently when fruits are young and tender for best flavor.
Serving Ideas
Sliced raw into salads and sandwiches, stirred into yogurt sauces, or brined as pickles.
Recommended: grow and source this plant without synthetic chemicals or pesticides, and rinse thoroughly before eating.
IMPORTANT: please verify food safety independently. Errors and omissions may occur.
At a glance
- Growing zones: 2-11
- Sun: Full sun
- Water: High
- Maintenance: Moderate
- Type: Vegetable
- Mature size: 1-2 ft (vining forms much longer) tall · 2-6 ft wide
- Bloom season: Summer · Yellow
- Pollinator friendly: Yes
- Container suitable: Yes
- Cold tolerance: Tender, killed by frost
- Heat tolerance: Good
- Soil: Well-drained, rich, moist soil
- Growth rate: Fast
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