Ashley

Family: Cucurbitaceae Vegetable

Crisp as a cool morning breeze, Ashley slicing cucumber brings a clean, refreshing flavor with a bright, green snap that holds its character from garden to table.

The fruit is long and elegantly straight, with a smooth, tender skin and a firm, juicy interior—ideal for creating generous slices that stay crisp. Grow Ashley for reliable, satisfying harvests that shine in fresh salads and vibrant cucumber-forward presentations, from quick pickles to bright, herb-laced sauces.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Vine

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 25th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	May 9th
Harvest Begins	Jul 8th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Vine
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	70
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	12

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Ashley is a slicing cucumber built for one thing: staying crisp and juicy instead of turning slick. Its bright, green snap loves salt, dill, and acid—so it holds up in salads and quick pickles without losing its character.

Best Uses

generous salad slices where you want crunch to survive dressing
quick-pickling in a vinegar brine for crisp, clean tang
herb-laced sauces (like creamy yogurt dressings) for watery refresh and bite

Flavor Profile

cool, watery snap bright green, mildly grassy freshness tender skin with a firm, juicy interior

Kitchen Pairings

kosher salt dill garlic lemon yogurt feta

Frequently Asked Questions

Ashley (60 days) — what should I do about powdery mildew?

Powdery mildew on Ashley shows up as a white, talc-like coating on leaves and can quickly reduce growth. Start by removing the worst leaves and avoid overhead watering; water the soil at the base early in the day. Improve airflow by spacing plants properly, and if it keeps spreading, spray with a potassium bicarbonate product or a labeled fungicide for powdery mildew and repeat according to the label every 5–7 days.

How often should I water Ashley during the main growing phase?

From sprout to about 4–5 weeks in (before major flowering/fruiting), keep soil evenly moist but not soggy—typically about 1 inch of water per week total, adjusted for heat and wind. Water deeply 1–2 times weekly instead of frequent light sprinkles, and check by pressing a finger 1–2 inches into the soil; it should feel slightly moist, not dry and dusty. Stop and reduce watering once plants begin to set/finish, to help prevent leaf diseases and reduce watery, weak growth.

How can I tell when Ashley is ready to harvest?

Harvest Ashley at roughly 60 days after sowing, when the crop reaches its full size/color and the heads/produce feel firm rather than soft. If you’re unsure, check one plant first: cut or pick when the surface looks mature and the inner portion is filled out, not hollow. For best flavor, harvest in the cool part of the day and don’t leave overripe growth on the plant—quality drops quickly after maturity.