How to Grow and Care for Cucumber

Cucumber, also known as Garden cucumber, Common cucumber, Gherkin, Pickling cucumber, Slicing cucumber, Burpless cucumber

Cucumber is a widely cultivated plant known for its vigorous growth and fruit production. Key care needs include consistent watering to maintain moist soil and regular fertilization during the growing season. Special care points involve providing ample space for growth and ensuring proper trellising to support cucumber's climbing vines. Cucumber thrives best in warm climates with plenty of sunlight.

Watering schedule: Twice per week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Cucumber

Toughness	Low
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Annual
Watering Schedule	Twice per week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-6.5
Planting Time	Spring, Early summer
Hardiness Zones	5-11

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Varieties of Cucumber

Cucumber 'Crystal Lemon'

A fast-growing and prolific melon cultivar from the late 19th century, the cucumber 'Crystal Lemon' develops many lemon-colored cucumbers which it was presumably named after. Many gardeners will grow the cucumber 'Crystal Lemon' for consumption of its white flesh that tastes sweet, but not bitter.

Cucumber 'Burpless Tasty Green'

The cucumber 'Burpless Tasty Green' is a cultivar from the gourd family, and of the melon species. It is favored for its early and lengthy harvest season, flavor, and digestive ease. This fruit is a trailing variety which in addition to being a great food choice, also has beautiful yellow flowers which look pretty when they bloom.

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Cucumber is distinguished by its climbing or sprawling habit, typically achieving heights of 8 to 18 inches (20 to 45 cm) and widths ranging from 3 to 8 feet (91 cm to 2.4 m). The plant's stems feature tendrils that facilitate climbing. Its broad leaves form a backdrop for the recognizable fruits, which are typically elongated, cylindrical, and green, offering a crisp texture. The foliage of cucumber is medium to dark green with a slightly rough surface.