Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% loamy soil, 30% compost, 20% sand

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

What Is An Cucumber Tree?

Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is a climbing annual plant that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. It has large, coarse, leafy, bristly, green triangular leaves. Cucumbers also have bright yellow flowers that form long green cylindrical fruits that taper.

What Are The Different Types Of Cucumber Plants?

1. Pickled cucumber

Also called cucumber. These cucumbers are small, ranging from short to long, with light green skin.

2. Boston Pickled Cucumbers

These small black pickled cucumbers are the perfect size for pickling. You can also try slicing it and making it into a salad.

3. Burpless Cucumbers

These cucumbers tend to have a sweeter, milder flavor, thinner skin, and fewer seeds than other types of cucumbers.

4. Armenian Cucumber

A variety of ribbed cantaloupe that retains its name because it looks and tastes very similar to cucumbers.

How to care for Cucumber Plants ? 

1. Location

Cucumbers need warmth and light. Therefore, placing the pot or container in sunlight is the best place.

2. Sunlighht

Cucumbers like the sun, but some shade is preferable as they get easily burnt.

3. Hydration

Cucumbers need to be watered evenly and regularly. Once the soil starts to dry, water about 1 to 2 inches per week.

4. soil

Cucumbers require nutrient-rich, well-drained soil. The soil should be prepared at a depth of 20-30 cm, as it is necessary to leave enough space for the roots to grow.

5. Nutrition

You can also prepare the soil by adding old manure before sowing. A compost mixture that is low in nitrogen and high in potassium will promote cucumber growth.

6.Issues

Angular spots on leaves: This bacterial disease causes small, water-soaked spots on the leaves that spread until they touch the larger veins.

Cucumber Mosaic Virus: This virus is transmitted by aphids and can affect many plants, including cucumbers.

What are the Benefits of Cucumber Plants ?

Blood sugar control: Cucumbers lower blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of hypoglycemia.

Cancer Prevention: Cucumbers contain proteins that help the body fight and protect against cancer.

Hydration: Cucumbers are approximately 96% water, which helps meet your daily hydration needs.

FAQs About Growing cucumber

1.What is the season for cucumber plants?

It's a warm-season crop and is very sensitive to frost. The cucumber season in India ranges from January to April .

2.What is the duration of cucumber crop?

Crop Duration: 90-105 days after sowing. Early , High femaleness, Excellent setting and Cluster bearing (4-5 fruits /cluster). 

3.How many cucumbers can you harvest per plant?

Depending on the variety, you can expect to harvest around 20 cucumbers per plant.

4.What fertilizer is needed for cucumbers?

Cucumbers need moderate nitrogen and high phosphorus and potassium. 

5.What is the second name of cucumber?

Another name for cucumber is "gherkin" or "cuke."