Manny

Family: Cucurbitaceae Vegetable

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

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

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 18th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	May 2nd
Harvest Begins	Jun 23rd
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

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.