Cucumber 'Japanese Climbing'

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
Blooms repeatedly
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:

Carmel, New York

Quitman, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
2
neutrals
0
negative
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Quitman, TX (Zone 8a) | August 2010 | positive

This was my first year to plant. Very impressed. Heavy producer. Seed germinates quickly in warmed soil. Planted in early spring and a...Read More

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Carmel, NY (Zone 6b) | August 2008 | positive

I received these seeds from my DG friend oldseed, who RAVED about the cukes he was getting from his plants. I have to agree! Very tasy ...Read More

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Lakemont, GA (Zone 8a) | February 2007 | neutral

Light green fruits are 7-9" long by 3" diameter and are produced all season. 58-65 days.

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

The Eastern Native Seeds Conservacy describes as: "Listed by Thorburn in 1892 and introduced from Japan around that time. Strong grasping...Read More

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