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Cucumber

Written by the GrowByCity Editorial Team · Updated April 2026
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Fast-growing vine that produces abundantly in warm weather. A warmth-loving plant that does best between 20°C and 30°C, cucumber adapts well to tropical and subtropical conditions but cannot tolerate frost. Give it full sun (6-8 hours of direct light daily) and frequent watering — it is a thirsty plant that dislikes dry soil, and expect to harvest in roughly 50-70 days. A staple of kitchen gardens and allotments, it rewards even first-time growers with a generous harvest.

Harvest 50-70 days
Temp Range 15°C — 35°C

Quick Answer: How to Grow Cucumber

Cucumber takes 50-70 days to harvest. It grows best in 20–30°C with full sun and frequent watering. Cucumber is not frost tolerant — wait until after the last frost to plant. It can be grown in 350 cities worldwide.

Find the best time to plant Cucumber in your city →

Growing Requirements

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Sun
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Water
Frequent
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Frost
Sensitive
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Harvest
50-70 days

Temperature Range

20-30°C
-10°C 45°C
Optimal: 20–30°C Tolerates: 15–35°C
Tropical suitable: Yes
Cities growing: 350 of 350

Growing Tips

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Expert Tips

Provide trellis for climbing varieties. Pick frequently to encourage production. Wait until soil warms to at least 20°C before transplanting outdoors — cold soil stunts growth and can invite root rot. Consistent moisture is critical. Mulch with straw or compost to retain soil moisture and keep roots cool during hot weather.

Quick Facts

  • Grows in 350 of 350 cities
  • Available in 7 regions worldwide
  • Temperature range: 15°C to 35°C
  • Optimal growing: 20°C to 30°C
  • Harvest in 50-70 days

Did You Know?

  • 🌱 Cucumber loves the heat! It thrives in tropical and subtropical climates year-round.
  • 🌱 Cucumber needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth.

Step-by-Step Growing Guide

Cucumbers need fertile, well-draining soil at pH 6.0–7.0, rich in organic matter. Incorporate a generous 8cm layer of compost and a balanced fertiliser (10-10-10) at 200g per square metre before planting. Transplant seedlings 45–60cm apart for bush types, 30–45cm apart for trellised vining types. Plant at soil level — do not bury deeper than the nursery pot. Soil temperature must be at least 18°C; cucumbers transplanted into cool soil sulk and may never recover fully. Water frequently and consistently — at least 2.5cm per week, preferably more in hot weather, always at the base to prevent fungal disease. Drought stress causes bitter fruit, so mulch heavily. Feed with a balanced fertiliser at transplant; once vines are running, switch to a potassium-rich feed every two weeks. Provide a sturdy trellis at least 1.8m tall for vining varieties — trellising improves air circulation, reduces disease pressure, and makes harvesting far easier. Train vines by loosely tying with soft twine.

Common Pests & Problems

Powdery mildew (Podosphaera xanthii) is almost inevitable by midsummer — white chalky coating on leaves reduces photosynthesis. Improve air circulation, apply diluted milk spray (40% milk, 60% water) weekly as a preventive, and plant resistant varieties. Cucumber beetle (Diabrotica spp.) is a small, yellow-striped or spotted beetle that defoliates young plants and transmits bacterial wilt — use row covers until flowering, then remove for pollination access. Bacterial wilt (Erwinia tracheiphila) causes overnight wilting that doesn't recover with watering; test by cutting a stem and touching the cut ends — bacterial wilt produces fine threads. Remove infected plants immediately; there is no cure. Control cucumber beetles to prevent spread.

Harvest & Storage

Slicing cucumbers are best at 15–20cm long, while pickling types are harvested at 5–10cm. The skin should be firm and deep green — yellow tinge means the fruit is overripe and seeds will be tough. Twist upward and snap off, or use scissors. Never leave overripe fruit on the vine — it signals the plant to stop producing entirely. Store unwashed at 10–13°C wrapped in a tea towel — standard fridge temperatures (4°C) cause chilling injury within 3 days. At correct temperature, cucumbers last 7–10 days.

Popular Varieties

Marketmore 76 is the reliable, disease-resistant slicing standard with dark green, bitter-free skin and excellent flavour. Lemon cucumber is a round, pale-yellow variety with thin, sweet skin and mild flavour — very productive and popular with children. Burpless Bush Pickle is a compact bush type perfect for containers, producing abundant, crisp pickling cucumbers. Telegraph Improved is a long (30–35cm), thin-skinned English greenhouse variety with nearly seedless flesh and a delicate flavour.

Companion Plants for Cucumber

✓ Good Companions

These plants grow well alongside Cucumber:

BeanCornPeaSunflowerRadish

✗ Avoid Planting Near

Keep these plants away from Cucumber:

PotatoSageMint

Learn more about companion planting.

Where to Grow Cucumber

Cucumber can be grown in 350 cities across 7 regions worldwide

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Europe

80 cities
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Asia

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North America

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Africa

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South America

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Oceania

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Middle East

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Ottawa, CA medium
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Panama City, PA medium
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Phoenix, US medium
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Portland, US medium
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Raleigh, US medium
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Richmond, US medium
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San Diego, US medium
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🌍 Africa (39 cities)

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Abidjan, CI medium
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Addis Ababa, ET medium
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Arusha, TZ medium
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Bamako, ML medium
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Bloemfontein, ZA medium
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Cairo, EG medium
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Cape Town, ZA medium
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Casablanca, MA medium
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Dakar, SN medium
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Dar es Salaam, TZ medium
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Douala, CM medium
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Durban, ZA medium
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Fez, MA medium
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Harare, ZW medium
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Kampala, UG medium
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Kigali, RW medium
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Lagos, NG medium
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Libreville, GA medium
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Lilongwe, MW medium
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Lome, TG medium
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Luanda, AO medium
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Lusaka, ZM medium
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Maputo, MZ medium
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Mombasa, KE medium
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Nairobi, KE medium
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Port Louis, MU medium
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Pretoria, ZA medium
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🌎 South America (39 cities)

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Barranquilla, CO medium
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Brasilia, BR medium
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Buenos Aires, AR medium
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Cali, CO medium
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Campinas, BR medium
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Caracas, VE medium
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Cartagena, CO medium
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Concepcion, CL medium
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Cordoba, AR medium
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Curitiba, BR medium
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Cusco, PE medium
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Fortaleza, BR medium
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Georgetown, GY medium
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Goiania, BR medium
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Guayaquil, EC medium
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La Paz, BO medium
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Lima, PE medium
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Manaus, BR medium
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Medellin, CO medium
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Mendoza, AR medium
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Montevideo, UY medium
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Paramaribo, SR medium
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Port of Spain, TT medium
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Porto Alegre, BR medium
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Quito, EC medium
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Recife, BR medium
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Rio de Janeiro, BR medium
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Rosario, AR medium
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Santa Cruz, BO medium
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Santiago, CL medium
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Sao Paulo, BR medium
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Adelaide, AU medium
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Alice Springs, AU medium
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Auckland, NZ medium
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Brisbane, AU medium
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Cairns, AU medium
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Canberra, AU medium
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Darwin, AU medium
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Dunedin, NZ medium
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Gold Coast, AU medium
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Hamilton, NZ medium
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Hobart, AU medium
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Melbourne, AU medium
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Perth, AU medium
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Sydney, AU medium
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Wellington, NZ medium
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Baghdad, IQ medium
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Doha, QA medium
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Kuwait City, KW medium
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Manama, BH medium
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Muscat, OM medium
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Riyadh, SA medium
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Sana'a, YE medium
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Tabriz, IR medium
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Tel Aviv, IL medium
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The best time to plant cucumber depends on your local climate zone. It thrives in temperatures between 20°C and 30°C. Wait until after the last frost in your area. Check your city's planting calendar on GrowByCity for exact dates.

Can I grow cucumber in winter?

Cucumber is not frost tolerant and cannot survive winter outdoors in most temperate climates. In tropical areas (USDA Zones 10+), it may grow year-round.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cucumber

When should I plant cucumber?

The best time to plant cucumber depends on your local climate. Cucumber grows best in temperatures between 20°C and 30°C (can tolerate 15°C to 35°C). Cucumber is not frost tolerant, so wait until after the last frost in your area. Check your city's planting calendar on GrowByCity for exact planting months.

Can cucumber grow in tropical climates?

Yes! Cucumber can grow in tropical climates. It's successfully grown in tropical cities like Abidjan, Abu Dhabi, Accra. Cucumber requires full sun and frequent watering.

How long does cucumber take to grow?

Cucumber typically takes 50-70 days from planting to harvest. It requires full sun and frequent watering. Provide trellis for climbing varieties. Pick frequently to encourage production. Wait until soil warms to at least 20°C before transplanting outdoors — cold soil stunts growth and can invite root rot. Consistent moisture is critical. Mulch with straw or compost to retain soil moisture and keep roots cool during hot weather.

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Last updated: March 2026 · Climate data from NOAA, FAO, USDA

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