When should I plant Persian Cucumber in Zone 3b?

Start Persian Cucumber seeds indoors around Apr 17. Transplant outdoors after May 29. Expect first harvest around Jul 18.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3b is May 15. The first fall frost averages Sep 22, giving a 130-day growing season.

Can I grow Persian Cucumber in Zone 3b?

Yes. Persian Cucumber needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 3b has a 130-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 3 successions.

Growing Persian Cucumber in Zone 3b

Zone 3b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Persian Cucumber early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Poslednji mraz: May 15. Prvi mraz: Sep 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 17Sep 22

Season: May 15 – Sep 22 (130 дана) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 3x)

Zona3b

Poslednji mrazMay 15

Prvi mrazSep 22

Sezona130 дана

Žetva55 дана

SunceПуно Сунце

When to Plant Persian Cucumber in Zone 3b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 17

Start Persian Cucumber seeds indoors around Apr 17 (4 недеља пре последњег мраза). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 3-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 29

Transplant Persian Cucumber seedlings outdoors after May 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 4/м² (15cm размак). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 18

First harvest approximately Jul 18 (~50 дана from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 22).

Fall Planting: Jul 14

For a fall harvest, plant Persian Cucumber around Jul 14 (10 weeks before first frost).

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