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🥒 Growing Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Cucumber, Marketmore 76 can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 1. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 14x)

Zone12a
Last FrostJan 1
First FrostDec 31
Season Length364 days
Days to Harvest68
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceNone
Spacing2/sqft (6-8" apart)

When to Plant Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

Start Cucumber, Marketmore 76 seeds indoors around Dec 4 (4 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85°F. Germinates in 3–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Cucumber, Marketmore 76 seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65°F. Space plants at 2/sqft (6-8" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 6

First harvest approximately Mar 6 (~50 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Fall Planting: Oct 22

For a fall harvest, plant Cucumber, Marketmore 76 around Oct 22 (10 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Dill✅ Marigolds✅ Beans✅ Peas✅ Corn
❌ Potatoes❌ Strong Herbs (Sage)

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 12a?

Start Cucumber, Marketmore 76 seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Mar 6.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 12a?

Yes. Cucumber, Marketmore 76 needs 68 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

What is the best month to plant Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 12a?

The best time to start Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 12a is Dec. Begin seeds indoors around Dec 4, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 1.

What companion plants grow well with Cucumber, Marketmore 76?

Good companion plants for Cucumber, Marketmore 76 include Dill, Marigolds, Beans, Peas, Corn. Avoid planting Cucumber, Marketmore 76 near Potatoes, Strong Herbs (Sage).

How long does Cucumber, Marketmore 76 take to harvest?

Cucumber, Marketmore 76 takes approximately 68 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 12a, expect your first harvest around Mar 6.

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