When to plant cucumbers in zone 3b
In zone 3b, the last spring frost usually comes around May 15 and the first fall frost around Sep 15. Here is when to plant cucumbers.
Sow in the bedMay 29
Start pickingJul 23
Your cucumber calendar for zone 3b
- May 29: Sow cucumber seeds in the bed
- Jul 23: Start picking cucumbers
Grow up a trellis to save space and keep fruit clean.
Spacing in a raised bed: 2 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 3b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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