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🥒 Growing Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 1a
Zone 1a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Cucumber, Marketmore 76 early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 25. First frost: Aug 28.
Planting Calendar
Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 1x)
When to Plant Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 1a
Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 27
Start Cucumber, Marketmore 76 seeds indoors around Apr 27 (4 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85°F. Germinates in 3–10 days.
Transplant Outdoors: Jun 8
Transplant Cucumber, Marketmore 76 seedlings outdoors after Jun 8. 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: Jul 28
First harvest approximately Jul 28 (~50 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).
Fall Planting: Jun 19
For a fall harvest, plant Cucumber, Marketmore 76 around Jun 19 (10 weeks before first frost).
Companion Planting
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When should I plant Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 1a?
Start Cucumber, Marketmore 76 seeds indoors around Apr 27. Transplant outdoors after Jun 8. Expect first harvest around Jul 28.
What is the last frost date for Zone 1a?
The average last spring frost date for Zone 1a is May 25. The first fall frost averages Aug 28, giving a 95-day growing season.
Can I grow Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 1a?
Yes. Cucumber, Marketmore 76 needs 68 days to harvest. Zone 1a has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 1 successions.
What is the best month to plant Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 1a?
The best time to start Cucumber, Marketmore 76 in Zone 1a is Apr. Begin seeds indoors around Apr 27, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of May 25.
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 1a, expect your first harvest around Jul 28.
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