Days to Germination: 7-14
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 70F
Days To Harvest: 50 days
Planting Depth: 1/2 - 3/4 inch
Spacing, Row: 4-5 foot
Spacing, Hills: 4-5 foot
Light: Full Sun
SOWING: Sow in fertile, well-drained soil after all danger of frost from spring to early summer. For "hill" culture, space 5-6 seeds in groups 4-5 apart. Cover with ½-3/4" of soil, firm lightly and keep moist. OR sow seeds 8" apart in rows 4-5 apart if growing on a trellis or fence. Seedlings will emerge in 7-14 days depending on soil and weather conditions.
GERMINATION: 7-14 days, depending upon soil and weather conditions.
THINNNING AND TRANSPLANTING: Thin to 3 strong plants to each group if
using "hill" method when seedlings are 6-8" high. If using trellis method, thin plants to stand 8" or more apart.
HARVEST: When cucumbers are young, 6 to 10 inches.
Suggestions: Keep fruits picked to encourage more production. Keep soil moderately moist during germination. Water deep and feed every 3 weeks.
Reminder: Plant some fresh dill for homemade pickles.
