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Poona Kheera — Cucumbers | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Poona Kheera
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

60-65days to harvest

7-10days to germinate

Z2–11USDA zones

Moderatedifficulty

Heirloom

Sowing

Direct sow when soil temperature reaches 65°F, plant seeds 1/2 inch deep. Can also start indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: 1-2 inches per week, consistent moisture
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with good organic content
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Height: 8-18 inches
Season: Warm season

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Creamy white ripening to golden-brown with dark netting
Size: 4-6 inches long, round to oval
Shape: Round to oval, unique russet appearance when mature
Flavour: Crisp, sweet, refreshing with no bitterness even when mature

In the kitchen

Fresh eating, salads, Indian cuisine, decorative garnish

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Cucumber beetles, aphids, squash bugs, spider mites
Diseases: Downy mildew, bacterial wilt, angular leaf spot
Resistance: Moderate disease resistance, some tolerance to powdery mildew

Planting calendar by USDA zone

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

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 strong scent

NasturtiumActs as trap crop for cucumber beetles and squash bugs

RadishRepels cucumber beetles and doesn't compete for space due to quick harvest

BeansFixes nitrogen in soil and provides beneficial ground cover

CornProvides natural trellis support and creates beneficial microclimate

SunflowerAttracts beneficial insects and provides natural support structure

DillAttracts beneficial insects like ladybugs and parasitic wasps

Avoid

SageMay inhibit cucumber growth through allelopathic compounds

Aromatic herbs (strong)Strong oils from herbs like rosemary can stunt cucumber growth

PotatoCompetes for nutrients and may increase disease susceptibility

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.

Poona Kheera

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

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