Cucumber plant

When to plant cucumbers in zone 7b

In zone 7b, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 1 and the first fall frost around Nov 3. Here is when to plant cucumbers.

Sow in the bedApr 15
Start pickingJun 9

Your cucumber calendar for zone 7b

Grow up a trellis to save space and keep fruit clean.

Spacing in a raised bed: 2 plants per square foot.

These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 7b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.

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