This vine crop can be planted when soil warms up, mid-May to mid-June in Zone 4.
How to Plant Cucumbers - I plant in a row, 2-3 seeds about 1 foot apart. The vine's length can vary from short (2-3 feet) to long (4-5 feet). The variety you plant depends on the size of your garden or
pot.
After Planting Cucumbers - I mulch the ground when plants get about 6-8 inches tall. I use meadow hay. You can use wet shredded newspaper or grass clippings if they do not have
chemicals in them. Striped cucumber beetles can be a problem.
Harvesting Cucumbers - There are two varieties of cucumbers (both good for salads):
Slicing – the fruit gets 7-8 inches long
Pickling – 2-3 inches long. This can get away from you and get too fat. Watch them carefully.
