When should I plant Persian Cucumber in Zone 6b?

Start Persian Cucumber seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 29. Expect first harvest around Jun 18.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Persian Cucumber in Zone 6b?

Yes. Persian Cucumber needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 6 successions.

Growing Persian Cucumber in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Persian Cucumber. Viimeinen halla: Apr 15. Ensimmäinen halla: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 päivää) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 6x)

Vyöhyke6b

Viimeinen hallaApr 15

Ensimmäinen hallaOct 22

Kausi190 päivää

Sato55 päivää

AurinkoTäysi Aurinko

When to Plant Persian Cucumber in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Persian Cucumber seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 viikkoa ennen viimeistä hallaa). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 3-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 29

Transplant Persian Cucumber seedlings outdoors after Apr 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 18

First harvest approximately Jun 18 (~50 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

Fall Planting: Aug 13

For a fall harvest, plant Persian Cucumber around Aug 13 (10 weeks before first frost).

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