Plant Detail
Cucumber
| Scientific name | Trichosanthes cucumerina |
| Common name | Cucumber |
| Type | Vegetables |
| Variety | N/A |
| USDA Zone hardiness | 4a - 11+ |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Height | 6 to 10' |
| Spread | 6 to 10' |
The cucumber is a tender, warm-season vegetable that produces well when protected from frost. New dwarf varieties on the market allow cucumbers to be grown in small garden plots. Plant after the soil has warmed in the spring, warm soil is necessary for the seeds to germinate. With adequate soil moisture, cucumbers thrive in warm summer weather. A second planting may be an option in warmer zones. Native to Zones 14-15
