Details

Edible Qualities

The cucumber is an annual vegetable plant that is typically grown for its crisp, refreshing edible qualities. It produces long, green fruits with a mild, slightly sweet flavor, perfect for a variety of culinary uses. Cucumbers are usually ready for picking from mid-summer to early fall.

The cucumbers are most often used in the following ways:

  • Eating Fresh
  • Salads
  • Pickling
  • Sandwiches
  • Cold Soups
  • Smoothies

Care

Planting & Growing

Bush Crop Veggie Cucumber will grow to be about 12-18 inches tall at maturity, with a compact spread of 3-4 feet. When planted in rows, individual plants should be spaced approximately 18 inches apart. This vegetable plant is an annual, meaning it will grow for one season in your garden and then die after producing a crop.

This plant is typically grown in a designated vegetable garden. It thrives in full sunlight and prefers average to evenly moist conditions, but it does not tolerate standing water. It is not highly particular about soil pH, but grows best in rich, well-drained soils. Bush Crop Veggie Cucumber is ideal for smaller gardens and urban settings due to its compact growth habit, but it is not well-suited for areas with high pollution levels.

Bush Crop Veggie Cucumber is an excellent choice for container gardening as well, provided the container is large enough to support its growth. In outdoor containers, make sure to water regularly, as plants in pots may dry out faster than those in the ground. This variety is great for tight spaces and raised beds, where its bushy nature helps keep it manageable while still producing high yields.

Attracts Pollinators, Butterflies
Family Name Cucumber
Flower Color Yellow
Foliage Color Green
Genus Name Cucumis
Edible Yes
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone (annual)
Harvest Season Early to Late Summer
Landscape Uses Garden, Container
Light Needs Full Sun
Prune Time Should Not Need Pruning
Water Needs Average to Moist