Manny

Family: Cucurbitaceae Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Crisp and cool from the first bite, Manny Beit Alpha Cucumber delivers a clean, refreshing flavor with a bright, lightly sweet finish.

Its slender, dark-green fruits stay pleasantly firm and crunchy, making them ideal for slicing into crisp rounds and for quick pickling where their texture holds beautifully. Grow Manny for a steady harvest rhythm—vines that reward attention with uniformly sized, garden-fresh cucumbers from early summer into the season’s peak.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 52 DaysHabit: Vine

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Manny Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	May 25th	Jun 8th	Jul 30th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	May 18th	Jun 1st	Jul 23rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	May 8th	May 22nd	Jul 13th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	May 8th	May 22nd	Jul 13th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	May 12th	May 26th	Jul 17th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	May 8th	May 22nd	Jul 13th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	May 6th	May 20th	Jul 11th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	May 1st	May 15th	Jul 6th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Apr 27th	May 11th	Jul 2nd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Apr 24th	May 8th	Jun 29th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Apr 18th	May 2nd	Jun 23rd – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Apr 13th	Apr 27th	Jun 18th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Apr 3rd	Apr 17th	Jun 8th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Mar 25th	Apr 8th	May 30th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Mar 16th	Mar 30th	May 21st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Feb 27th	Mar 13th	May 4th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Feb 2nd	Feb 16th	Apr 9th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	52
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Vine
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	65
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Manny’s Beit Alpha build is all about that immediate, glassy crunch—its watery, lightly sweet flavor stays bright instead of turning bland. It’s especially strong for quick pickling and last-minute salads because the slices keep their snap under acid and dressing.

Best Uses

sliced cucumber rounds for high-crisp salads and crudités
quick refrigerator pickles where the rounds stay snappy
brined cucumber for fast, no-fuss snacking pickles
cold cucumber salads dressed right before serving

Flavor Profile

cool, clean cucumber snap lightly sweet, watery crunch fresh, green herbal edge holds firmness instead of going soft

Kitchen Pairings

lime garlic white vinegar sesame oil feta cheese chili oil

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common cucumber pest or disease for Cucumis sativus, and how do I treat it?

For cucumbers (Cucumis sativus), powdery mildew is a frequent problem, showing up as white powdery patches on leaves in warm, humid weather. Start by removing badly infected leaves, then improve airflow by spacing plants and keeping water off the foliage (water at the base). If it keeps spreading, spray a labeled powdery mildew fungicide for cucumbers and repeat according to the label schedule.

How often should I water Cucumis sativus during the main growing phase to avoid problems?

During active vine growth and fruiting, keep the soil evenly moist—typically about 1 to 2 inches of water per week, split into 2–3 waterings depending on heat and rainfall. Water deeply at the base so moisture reaches the root zone, and avoid letting the soil dry out completely because cucumbers can become bitter and produce misshapen fruit after drought stress.

How can I tell when my Cucumis sativus is ready to harvest?

Harvest cucumbers at about 50–55 days (around the 52-day maturity window) and when fruits are firm, glossy, and the size listed for your variety (often roughly 6–8 inches for slicing types). Use a hand to support the vine and cut the fruit with a sharp knife or pruners—don’t pull, which can damage the vine and reduce future yields.