When to plant cucumbers in zone 4a
In zone 4a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 12 and the first fall frost around Sep 21. Here is when to plant cucumbers.
Sow in the bedMay 26
Start pickingJul 20
Your cucumber calendar for zone 4a
- May 26: Sow cucumber seeds in the bed
- Jul 20: 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 4a. 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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