Mini Cucumber

Edible

Vegetable

Mini cucumber plants produce small, crisp cucumbers that are perfect for snacking, adding to salads, or pickling. These plants thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, making them ideal for growing in garden beds, containers, or greenhouses. Mini cucumbers are easy to grow and produce a plentiful harvest throughout the season, adding a refreshing crunch to your meals.

Harvest Time: 6-8 Weeks

Rich Flavour

Easy To Grow

High Yields

Type:

Plugs Pots

Size:

4 x Plugs 8 x Plugs 4 x Plugs - Pre order 2 x 9cm Pots 4 x 9cm Pots

Details

Mini cucumber plants are a fast-growing, sun-loving vegetable that produce small, crunchy cucumbers ideal for snacking, salads, or pickling. These bite-sized cucumbers have a refreshing taste and crisp texture, making them perfect for fresh use or preserving. Mini cucumbers grow best in full sun and well-drained soil, thriving in garden beds, raised beds, or containers. With regular care, they produce a plentiful harvest throughout the summer and into autumn.

Produces small, crisp cucumbers perfect for snacking, salads, or pickling
Thrives in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil
Ideal for growing in garden beds, raised beds, containers, or greenhouses
Fast-growing plants that produce a continuous 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 “Mini Cucumber”

Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Mini cucumber plants are easy to grow and produce bite-sized, crisp fruits that are perfect for snacking, salads, or pickling. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, making them ideal for home gardeners. Mini cucumbers are fast-growing and produce a continuous harvest throughout the growing season, adding a refreshing crunch to your meals. These plants are great for growing in garden beds, raised beds, containers, or greenhouses.

Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Produces crisp, bite-sized cucumbers perfect for snacking or pickling
Ideal for growing in garden beds, raised beds, containers, or greenhouses
Provides a plentiful harvest throughout the growing season

Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Produces crisp, bite-sized cucumbers perfect for snacking or pickling
Ideal for growing in garden beds, raised beds, containers, or greenhouses
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

Mini cucumber plants thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. They are best planted in spring for a continuous harvest throughout the summer. Ensure they have enough space and support as they grow 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

Mini cucumber plants require regular watering and feeding to produce sweet, crunchy fruits. With proper care, you can enjoy a continuous harvest of mini 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

Mini cucumber plants require regular watering and feeding to produce sweet, crunchy fruits. With proper care, you can enjoy a continuous harvest of mini 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

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 mini cucumber plants?

Mini cucumber plants thrive in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering is essential to support steady fruit production.

When should I harvest mini cucumbers?

Harvest mini cucumbers when they are 3-4 inches long, usually 50-60 days after planting. Picking frequently encourages more fruit production.

How do I care for mini cucumber plants?

Provide support for climbing varieties, water consistently, and mulch to retain moisture. Apply a balanced fertiliser every few weeks for healthy growth.