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How to Grow Cucumber

Growing Cucumbers Guide

Growing Cucumbers

Perfect for greenhouses and sunny gardens

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Greenhouse Growing
  • Sow Feb-Mar for heated greenhouse
  • Sow April for unheated greenhouse
  • Maintain 18-25°C temperature
  • Increase humidity in hot weather
Outdoor Growing
  • Sow late April for outdoor planting
  • Choose warm, sheltered location
  • Space plants 30cm apart
  • Protect from cold weather
Growing Timeline

Sowing: Sow seeds 1-2cm deep on their side

Germination: Expect seedlings in 1-2 weeks at 21°C

Planting: Transplant when nights stay above 12-15°C

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, water at base of plants

Support

Provide climbing support with canes or trellis

Feeding

Feed weekly once flowering begins

🥒 Pro Tip: Remove male flowers from greenhouse varieties to prevent bitter fruits!

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