DESCRIPTION
Growing Burpless Bush F1 Hybrid Cucumber Vegetable Garden Seeds
Burpless Bush F1 Hybrid Cucumber Growth Habits:
Burpless bush cucumber plants require nitrogen-rich soil that drains well. They are best sown directly into the garden or a large container after the threat of frost has passed.
Cucumber plants are very sensitive to frost, and planting should be postponed until the soil temperature reaches at least 65 degrees F to obtain the best germination.
Because of their compact, bushy growth habit, these hybrid F1 cucumber seeds will not need a trellis for extra support. Its compact nature makes it great for container gardening, raised beds and gardens with limited space.
Various Uses for Burpless Bush F1 Hybrid Cucumber:
Burpless cucumbers are best used in fresh salads and as fresh snacks.
Cucumbers can be cut into slices and used to treat eye puffiness thanks to their high water content and caffeic acid.
Burpless Bush F1 Hybrid Cucumber Benefits:
Cucumbers are a low-calorie food with good amounts of fiber and nutrients, especially vitamin K and potassium. Cucumbers may also help promote hydration and digestive regularity due to the water content and fiber. Cucumbers are also a good source of antioxidants, with the most nutrients being contained in the skins.
Additional Information:
As a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, hybrid Burpless cucumbers are related to squashes, pumpkins, and melons, so they can susceptible to some of the same types of pests and diseases. Avoid planting Burpless hybrid F1 cucumbers where other members of the same family have been grown in the past 2 years to reduce the risk of disease.
ATTRIBUTES
Basic Info
Latin Name: |
Cucumis sativus |
Other Names: |
Burpless Cucumbers |
Color: |
Dark green fruit, green foliage, yellow flowers |
Flavor: |
Crisp |
Growing Info
Days to Maturity: |
55-60 days |
Hardiness Zone: |
Annual, not intended for overwintering; suitable for all USDA hardiness zones |
Planting Depth: |
1/2 Inches |
Plant Spacing: |
12 Inches |
Row Spacing: |
6 Inches |
Growth Habit: |
Compact bush; 10" x 1-1/2" fruit |
Soil Preference: |
Rich, well-draining soil with a nearly neutral pH |
Temp Preference: |
Warm, soil above 65 degrees F for germination, very sensitive to frost |
Light Preference: |
Full sun |
Other
Pests/diseases: |
Striped or spotted cucumber beetles, aphids, squash vine borer, bacterial wilt, powdery mildew, scab, cucumber mosaic virus, Anthracnose, leaf spot, downy mildew |