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Cucumber · Beit Alpha
Heirloom
Cucumis sativus
★ 5.01 review · 2 sources
Cucurbitaceae (Gourd family) · Genus: Cucumis
About
Strong, vigorous vines produce smooth, nearly spineless medium green fruit 6-9" long. Burpless slicing variety.
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
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Germination
7–14 days
at 60–105 °F
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Days to Maturity
59–65 days
Fruit Size
6–9 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
0.5–1 in
Seed Spacing
36–48 in
Row Spacing
36–72 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 in average, well-drained soil in full sun in spring after danger of frost. Sow 4-6 seeds about 3" apart in hills 36" apart. Cover with 1" of fine soil; firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Seedlings emerge in 7-14 days.
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Marcus SchulzZone 6a
★★★★★August 26, 2026