When to Plant Cucumbers in Zone 10
In USDA zone 10a, start seeds indoors around January 9, transplant or plant outdoors February 13 to April 12, and expect your first harvest around April 12. (10a shown here — see 10a and 10b dates separately below.)
Cucumbers planting calendar for USDA Zone 10a
Average last spring frost
January 30
Average first fall frost
December 30
Start seeds indoors
Jan 9
Transplant outdoors
Feb 13
Projected first harvest
Apr 12
Most cucumbers mature in about 50 to 65 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 334 frost-free days in zone 10a.
Cucumbers planting calendar for USDA Zone 10b
Average last spring frost
January 30
Average first fall frost
December 30
Start seeds indoors
Jan 9
Transplant outdoors
Feb 13
Projected first harvest
Apr 12
Most cucumbers mature in about 50 to 65 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 334 frost-free days in zone 10b.
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Varieties to grow
9 varieties of cucumbers in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with cucumbers
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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