When is the best time to plant cucumbers?

As the temperature has been rising in recent times, friends in some places can already feel the heat. When the weather is hot, many people have no appetite. However, refreshing and appetizing cold cucumber salad is a favorite of many people. Cucumbers can be grown in many places in our country. Let’s learn together when is the best time to plant cucumbers?

When is the best time to plant cucumbers?

1. Spring planting

Northern region: The sowing time of spring cucumbers is generally from late April to early May. During this period, the temperature gradually warms up and the sunshine is sufficient, which is conducive to the growth and development of cucumbers.

Southern region: Due to the warmer climate in the south, the sowing time of spring cucumbers can be earlier, starting around mid-March. This allows cucumbers to grow better in warmer climates.

2. Planting in summer and autumn

Spring cucumbers: Planted in early spring, around February to March. During this period, the temperature gradually rises and stabilizes, which is conducive to the germination and development of cucumber seeds .

Autumn cucumbers: Generally planted about 75 days before the Descent of Frost, from approximately June to August. Although the temperature is relatively high during this period, choosing varieties that are adaptable, heat-resistant and disease-resistant can ensure the growth and yield of cucumbers.

3. Pay special attention

Greenhouse cultivation: If you want to eat cucumbers in winter, you can choose greenhouse cultivation. As long as the temperature can be well controlled, it can be done at any time.

Impact of late planting: If planting is two months late, it will not have much impact on cucumber yield, especially for autumn cucumbers planted in July, because the temperature is high, the seedlings emerge quickly, they are easy to manage and have high yields.

4. Sowing method

Seed treatment: Germination treatment before sowing can increase the germination rate and speed. Soak the seeds in hot water at 50 to 60 degrees, stirring to lower the water temperature to around 30 degrees. After soaking for 6 hours, dry them and set aside.

Soil preparation: Choose fertile, well-drained and well-ventilated soil for planting, and apply appropriate amounts of organic fertilizer and compound fertilizer .

Sowing: Sprinkle the germinated seeds evenly on the soil surface and cover with a thin layer of soil. When planting in summer and autumn, direct seeding is mostly used and there is no need for seedling transplanting.

Where is the best place to grow cucumbers?

1. Climate conditions

Cucumber is a thermophilic crop. The most suitable growth temperature is usually between 28-32 degrees Celsius and the humidity is between 70% and 80%. Therefore, a warm and humid climate is ideal for growing cucumbers. In China, North China, Central China and South China are the main cucumber growing areas. In areas without frost, such as Guangdong, cucumbers can be cultivated all year round, and even 4 to 5 crops can be planted a year.

2. Soil requirements

Cucumbers are not particularly demanding on soil, but it is best to choose fertile, well-drained and well-ventilated soil for planting. The soil pH should be slightly acidic or neutral, and the suitable pH range is approximately between 6.0-7.5.

3. Geographical distribution

In China, cucumbers are grown in a very wide area, with the main producing areas including Henan, Hebei, Shandong, Hunan, Liaoning, Hubei and other places. North China is the largest cucumber production area in my country, accounting for more than 50% of the country's cucumber planting area.

To sum up, cucumbers are suitable for growing in warm and humid areas with fertile soil and good drainage. The planting time of cucumbers needs to be determined according to the specific geographical location and climatic conditions. Whether planting in spring or summer and autumn, you need to pay attention to seed treatment, soil preparation and appropriate sowing methods to ensure good growth of cucumbers.