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Tendergreen Burpless Cucumber — Cucumbers

62-70days to harvest

7-10days to germinate

Z2–11USDA zones

Easydifficulty

F1 hybrid

Sowing

Direct sow when soil reaches 65°F, or start indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: 1-1.5 inches per week, consistent moisture
Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with good organic matter
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: 12-18 inches
Height: 8-18 inches
Season: Warm season

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Dark green with smooth skin
Size: 8-10 inches long, 2.5 inches diameter
Shape: Straight, cylindrical, well-filled
Flavour: Exceptionally mild, sweet, never bitter, easy to digest

In the kitchen

Fresh eating, salads, sandwiches, ideal for sensitive stomachs

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Cucumber beetles, aphids, squash bugs
Diseases: Powdery mildew, bacterial wilt, downy mildew
Resistance: Good general disease resistance

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	September – 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.

RadishRepels cucumber beetles and squash bugs while improving soil structure

MarigoldDeters cucumber beetles, aphids, and nematodes with strong scent

NasturtiumActs as trap crop for cucumber beetles and aphids, repels squash bugs

BeanFixes nitrogen in soil to benefit heavy-feeding cucumbers

CornProvides natural trellis support and shade during hot afternoons

SunflowerAttracts beneficial insects and provides natural support structure

DillAttracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that control cucumber pests

LettuceProvides ground cover to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds

Avoid

SageInhibits cucumber growth through allelopathic compounds

Aromatic HerbsStrong oils from herbs like rosemary and thyme 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.

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 Tendergreen Burpless Cucumber?

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