Cucumber planting time and method

Cucumber planting time

The best time to plant cucumbers is in spring when the temperature is above 18 degrees. Therefore, they can be planted in March in the south, and in April in the north where the temperature is lower. In addition, they can also be planted in May and June in summer, and July and August in autumn.

How to grow cucumbers

1. Seed soaking

Choose plump, disease-free cucumber seeds and soak them in 55-degree warm water for 20 minutes in advance. Continue soaking for 6 to 8 hours after the water temperature drops. Take them out and wrap them with wet gauze. Provide an environment of 25-28 degrees for germination. Wait until half of the seeds gradually turn white before sowing.

2. Seed broadcasting

Sow the seeds after they turn white on loose, fertile soil, then cover them with a thin layer of soil about 1 cm thick, water them thoroughly, keep them warm and moist, so as to facilitate seedling growth. Reduce watering in the spring seedling stage, keep the soil slightly moist during the growing period, control watering during the flowering period, and require more water during the fruiting period, so water them every 2-3 days.

3. Apply enough basal fertilizer

Applying enough base fertilizer can ensure better growth of cucumbers. Sufficient base fertilizer is needed when transplanting, mainly decomposed organic fertilizer. Fertilization can be combined with watering during the fruiting period. It is sufficient to apply compound fertilizer every 5-7 days. Topdressing should be done frequently with thin fertilizers.

Cucumber Planting Tips

When the tendrils of cucumber appear, it is necessary to build an A-frame to guide the vines, and it is best to do this in the afternoon to avoid damaging the vines and leaves. When the main vines of the cucumber climb to the top of the frame, they must be pinched in time to promote the growth of the cucumber. In addition, the tendrils must be pinched and the old leaves removed in time. Only by doing these can the normal growth, flowering and fruiting of the cucumbers be guaranteed, and diseases and pests can be prevented and controlled.