Cucumber 'Katimon'

Katimon loves direct sunlight and needs heavy watering during dry months.correct amt. Of water will keep developing fruits in good shapes.lack of water usually the caused of deformities in katimon fruits.Optimum growth is best observed when temp. Ranges from 18 to 28 degrees celcius.remember that fruit weighs and texture will be dependent on the type of soil. In porous soils,fruits are lighter in wt. Compared to plants rooted in clay loam soils!

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Katimon is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Katimon requires a soil ph of 6.0 - 7.0 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil - neutral soil.

Soil sterilization is needed to correct soil ph. Slightly alkaline is good for germinating katimon seeds.

Soil temperature should be kept higher than 18°C / 64°F to ensure good germination.

Seeds are directly sown in permanent site with porous soil rich in humus mixed with wood ash.

Ensure that temperatures are mild (minimum night temperatures should be around 18°C / 64°F) and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Katimon is a tender plant.

Katimon loves plenty of water as its fruits develop.fruits in small size is sweeter in taste compared to 900 gms.fruit.

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Katimon means native cucumber.

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philippine native cucumber