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Little Leaf Cucumber — Cucumbers

49days to harvest

7-10days to germinate

Z2–11USDA zones

Easydifficulty

F1 hybridContainer friendly

Sowing

Direct sow when soil reaches 65°F or start indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1 inch deep.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: 1-2 inches per week, consistent moisture
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with organic matter
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: 6-12 inches
Height: 8-18 inches
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Dark green
Size: 5 1/2-6 1/2"
Shape: Straight, cylindrical slicing cucumber
Flavour: Crisp, mild, never bitter with tender skin

In the kitchen

Fresh slicing, salads, sandwiches, pickling when small. Excellent for daily harvest.

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Cucumber beetles, squash bugs, spider mites
Diseases: Bacterial wilt, angular leaf spot
Resistance: Cucumber Mosaic Virus (Intermediate); Cucumber Vein Yellowing Virus (Intermediate); Powdery Mildew (Intermediate); Scab (High)

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	June	July – August	July – September	September – August
2	May – June	July	July – August	September
3	—	June – August	—	—
4	—	June – July	—	—
5	—	May – July	—	—
6	—	May – July	—	—
7	—	May – June	—	—
8	—	April – June	—	—
9	—	March – May	—	—
10	—	March – April	—	—
11	January	February	February – March	April – May
12	January	February	February – March	April – May
13	January	February	February – March	April – May

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

BasilRepels aphids, spider mites, and thrips while potentially improving cucumber flavor

MarigoldDeters cucumber beetles, aphids, and nematodes with natural compounds

NasturtiumActs as trap crop for cucumber beetles and squash bugs while repelling aphids

RadishRepels cucumber beetles and squash vine borers, breaks up soil for cucumber roots

BeanFixes nitrogen in soil benefiting heavy-feeding cucumbers

CornProvides natural trellis support and creates beneficial microclimate

DillAttracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that control cucumber pests

LettuceProvides ground cover to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds

Avoid

Aromatic HerbsStrong-scented herbs like sage can inhibit cucumber growth and germination

PotatoCompetes for nutrients and may increase disease susceptibility

FennelReleases allelopathic compounds that inhibit cucumber growth and development

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 10
Protein (g): 0.59
Fat (g): 0.16
Carbohydrate (g): 2.16
Fibre (g): 0.7
Sugars (g): 1.38
Vitamin A (µg): 4
Vitamin C (mg): 3.2
Vitamin E (mg): 0.03
Vitamin K (µg): 7.2
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.051
Folate (µg): 14
Calcium (mg): 14
Iron (mg): 0.22
Magnesium (mg): 12
Phosphorus (mg): 21
Potassium (mg): 136
Zinc (mg): 0.17
Selenium (µg): 0.1

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Where to buy seed and equipment

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the cucumbers growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown Little Leaf Cucumber?

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