When to plant cucumbers in zone 4b
In zone 4b, the last spring frost usually comes around May 8 and the first fall frost around Sep 28. Here is when to plant cucumbers.
Sow in the bedMay 22
Start pickingJul 16
Your cucumber calendar for zone 4b
- May 22: Sow cucumber seeds in the bed
- Jul 16: 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 4b. 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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