Cucumber

Edible

Vegetable

Cucumber plants produce crisp, refreshing fruits that are perfect for fresh eating, adding to salads, or pickling. These fast-growing plants thrive in well-drained soil and sunny spots, making them ideal for garden beds, containers, or greenhouses. With proper care, cucumbers will provide a plentiful harvest throughout the growing season, making them a versatile addition to any home garden.

Harvest Time: 6-8 Weeks

Rich Flavour

Easy To Grow

Green, Crisp Fruits

Type:

Plugs Pots

Size:

4 x Plugs 8 x Plugs 2 x 9cm Pots 4 x 9cm Pots

Details

Cucumber plants are popular for their crisp, refreshing fruits that can be enjoyed fresh, in salads, or pickled. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, cucumbers are fast-growing and easy to cultivate, making them a great addition to garden beds, raised beds, containers, or greenhouses. Cucumbers require regular watering and some support for the vines as they grow. With proper care, cucumber plants will produce a plentiful harvest throughout the growing season.

Produces crisp, refreshing cucumbers ideal for fresh eating or pickling
Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Perfect for growing in garden beds, raised beds, or containers
Fast-growing plants that produce a bountiful harvest throughout the season

What's Included

Plugs: Receive healthy, young plug plants with strong roots. Perfect for planting directly in your garden or containers, these plugs will give you a head start on the growing season.

Pots: Get large, ready-to-plant cucumber plants in 9cm pots. These plants are pre-grown and ready to be planted directly into your greenhouse or containers. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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What You Need To Know About “Cucumber”

Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Cucumber plants are easy to grow and provide a bountiful harvest of crisp, refreshing fruits perfect for fresh eating, salads, or pickling. Cucumbers thrive in sunny spots with well-drained soil and grow quickly, making them a rewarding crop for home gardeners. They are ideal for garden beds, containers, or greenhouses and will continue to produce fruit throughout the growing season. With regular watering and care, cucumber plants will yield plenty of delicious, crunchy cucumbers.

Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Produces crisp, refreshing fruits perfect for fresh eating or pickling
Ideal for growing in garden beds, raised beds, or containers
Provides a plentiful harvest throughout the growing season

Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Produces crisp, refreshing fruits perfect for fresh eating or pickling
Ideal for growing in garden beds, raised beds, or containers
Provides a plentiful harvest throughout the growing season

Planting Time:	Spring to summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Greenhouses - Polytunnels - Containers
Growing Location:	Greenhouse - Patio - Garden

Planting Time:	Spring to summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Greenhouses - Polytunnels - Containers
Growing Location:	Greenhouse - Patio - Garden

Cucumber plants thrive in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. For best results, plant them in spring and provide them with enough space and support as they grow. Cucumbers benefit from regular watering and care to produce healthy, crisp fruits.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained, fertile soil
Plant seedlings 30-45cm apart in rows or containers
Water well after planting and keep the soil consistently moist
Provide support for vines, such as trellises or stakes

Choose a sunny location with well-drained, fertile soil
Plant seedlings 30-45cm apart in rows or containers
Water well after planting and keep the soil consistently moist
Provide support for vines, such as trellises or stakes

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny, sheltered location with well-drained soil
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant seedlings level with the soil
Spacing:	Space plants 30cm apart

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny, sheltered location with well-drained soil
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant seedlings level with the soil
Spacing:	Space plants 30cm apart

Cucumber plants are fast-growing and require regular watering and feeding to produce crisp, juicy fruits. With proper care, you can enjoy a continuous harvest of cucumbers throughout the growing season.

Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging
Mulch around the plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Fertilise with a balanced feed during the growing season for healthy growth
Provide support for vines, such as trellises or stakes

Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging
Mulch around the plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Fertilise with a balanced feed during the growing season for healthy growth
Provide support for vines, such as trellises or stakes

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily in a sunny, sheltered spot.
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather, and keep the soil consistently moist.
Support and Pruning:	Ensure plants have enough space (30cm apart) for healthy growth; remove any unhealthy leaves.
Harvesting:	Harvest fruits when they are about 10cm long for peak flavour and texture.

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily in a sunny, sheltered spot.
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather, and keep the soil consistently moist.
Support and Pruning:	Ensure plants have enough space (30cm apart) for healthy growth; remove any unhealthy leaves.
Harvesting:	Harvest fruits when they are about 10cm long for peak flavour and texture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for cucumber plants?

Cucumber plants thrive in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering is essential to support fruit development and prevent bitterness.

When should I harvest cucumbers?

Harvest cucumbers when they reach 6-8 inches in length, usually 50-70 days after planting. Pick regularly to encourage more fruit production.

How do I care for cucumber plants?

Provide support for climbing varieties, water consistently, and mulch to retain moisture. Fertilise every few weeks for healthy growth and abundant yields.