Garden Bush Slicer Hybrid
Cucumber · Slicer
Hybrid
Cucumis sativus
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Cucurbitaceae (Gourd family) · Genus: Cucumis
About
A space saver that produces an abundance of smooth cukes that are best when 6-8 inches long. The dark green, straight cukes are great sliced or as sticks. The Bush Slicer variety offers juicy slicing cucumbers in record time on dwarf bushes.
Characteristics
Color
Green
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist but Well Drained
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Germination
8–10 days
at 60–105 °F
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Days to Maturity
53–58 days
Fruit Size
6–8 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
0-2 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
12-14 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.5 in
Seed Spacing
12 in
Row Spacing
48–12 in
Thin To
12 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–95 °F
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Soil Temp
60–105 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
Sow seeds in a sunny spot after all danger of frost is past, or start indoors and transplant when the first true leaf appears. For longer, straighter fruit and to save garden space, grow near a trellis or in a cage to promote climbing. Allow for 1 foot between plants.
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