maggiemom's Cucumber, 'Sumter' x 1 Planting Out
Plant: Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) | Variety: Sumter
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maggiemom's Cucumber, 'Sumter' Care Instructions
Try for a seed spacing of at approx. 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.47 inches (1.2 cm) if planning to sow direct.
Sumter normally grows to a max height of 11.7 inches (that's 30.0 cm metric) so ensure you have enough space in your garden for this plant.
Cucumber 'Sumter' tends to enjoys a full sun position, which is ideal for your garden's sun profile.
Remember to water often.
Your garden's USDA Hardiness Zone (5b) is within the ideal range for Cucumber 'Sumter'. The recommended range is between Zone 3 and 14.
Ensure your soil has a ph of between 5.5 and 6.8 as Cucumber 'Sumter' is a acidic soil loving plant.
Keep an eye out for these common Cucumber problems: Cucumber Mosaic Virus, Powdery Mildew, and Aphids.
More information about Cucumber, 'Sumter' is available in the Folia gardener's wiki. All Cucumber, 'Sumter' Care Instructions have been kindly provided by our members.
Milestones
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21 May 2009
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15 Apr 2009
Potting Up day 16 Potted Up
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11 Apr 2009
Potting Up day 12 Potted Up
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02 Apr 2009
Sprouting day 3 Sprouting!
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30 Mar 2009
Sown day 0
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