When to Plant Cucumbers in Zone 9
In USDA zone 9a, start seeds indoors around February 8, transplant or plant outdoors March 15 to May 12, and expect your first harvest around May 12. (9a shown here — see 9a and 9b dates separately below.)
Cucumbers planting calendar for USDA Zone 9a
Average last spring frost
March 1
Average first fall frost
December 1
Start seeds indoors
Feb 8
Transplant outdoors
Mar 15
Projected first harvest
May 12
Most cucumbers mature in about 50 to 65 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 275 frost-free days in zone 9a.
Cucumbers planting calendar for USDA Zone 9b
Average last spring frost
February 15
Average first fall frost
December 15
Start seeds indoors
Jan 25
Transplant outdoors
Mar 1
Projected first harvest
Apr 28
Most cucumbers mature in about 50 to 65 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 303 frost-free days in zone 9b.
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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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