Cucumber 'Satsuki Madori'

Cucumissativus

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cucumis (KOO-koo-mis)
Species
sativus (sa-TEE-vus)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Succulent
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Gold (yellow-orange)
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Vegetables
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Ida Grove, Iowa

Buffalo, New York

Salisbury, North Carolina

Aston, Pennsylvania

Houston, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

3
positives
1
neutral
0
negative
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Avondale, PA (Zone 6b) | March 2011 | positive

I grew this cucumber last year and it was extremely prolific. It has wonderful flavor and is great for making fresh cucumber juice. Stays...Read More

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Ida Grove, IA (Zone 5a) | July 2009 | positive

I grew this for the first time this year after having bought the seed from Seeds of Change. It is a truly tasty cucumber, and none have ...Read More

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Buffalo, NY | February 2009 | positive

easy to grow in pots,good yield great taste

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | August 2004 | neutral

Available from Seeds of Change which offers this description; "10"-14" long fruit. A very rare, Asian variety. Long, slender fruits have ...Read More

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