Marketmore 80

Family: Cucurbitaceae Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Cool, crisp flavor leads the way with Marketmore 80—an invitingly fresh bite that stays satisfyingly crunchy from first harvest through the season.

Expect a smooth, dark-green skin and a straight, market-ready silhouette that’s ideal for slicing, with a tender interior and reliably steady performance around 55 days. Grow it for abundant, dependable fruiting that turns everyday salads and relish trays into a showcase of garden-fresh texture.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 55 DaysHabit: Vine

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Marketmore 80 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	Jun 1st	Jun 15th	Aug 9th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	May 25th	Jun 8th	Aug 2nd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	May 15th	May 29th	Jul 23rd – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	May 15th	May 29th	Jul 23rd – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	May 19th	Jun 2nd	Jul 27th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	May 15th	May 29th	Jul 23rd – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	May 13th	May 27th	Jul 21st – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	May 8th	May 22nd	Jul 16th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	May 4th	May 18th	Jul 12th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	May 1st	May 15th	Jul 9th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Apr 25th	May 9th	Jul 3rd – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Apr 20th	May 4th	Jun 28th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Apr 10th	Apr 24th	Jun 18th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Apr 1st	Apr 15th	Jun 9th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Mar 23rd	Apr 6th	May 31st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Mar 6th	Mar 20th	May 14th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Feb 9th	Feb 23rd	Apr 19th – 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	55
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

Marketmore 80 is built for that first-bite crunch—its tender interior keeps a clean chew, while the watery snap plays nicely with acid. It’s the slicing cucumber you reach for when you want slices to stay upright on the plate and not turn limp.

Best Uses

fresh slicing for sturdy salad stacks (won’t collapse under dressing)
fast cucumber relish with quick brining to keep it snappy
crunch-first crudités with salty dips like labneh or hummus
light pickling for fresh, tight bite rather than mushy fermentation

Flavor Profile

cool, crisp crunch gentle cucumber sweetness clean, watery snap with tender interior mild herbal edge from the green skin

Kitchen Pairings

lime kosher salt black pepper vinegar garlic sesame oil

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common disease or pest problem for Cucumis sativus (cucumber) and how can I control it in my home garden?

Powdery mildew commonly affects Cucumis sativus, especially once vines start heavy growth. Water at the base (not the leaves), improve airflow by keeping rows from crowding, and remove badly infected leaves early to slow spread. If needed, use a labeled horticultural sulfur or potassium bicarbonate product and spray according to the label at first signs and again as directed.

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

During active vine growth and fruiting, keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy—aim for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week, split into 2–3 deep waterings if it’s hot. Cucumis sativus is sensitive to uneven moisture; letting it swing dry to wet can cause misshapen fruit and bitterness. Mulch around the plants to reduce moisture fluctuations, and water early in the day so foliage dries quickly.

How do I tell when Marketmore 80 cucumbers are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits are small and firm—about 55 days after sowing for maturity—with typical picking sizes around 8–9 inches (20–23 cm). Check daily during peak production: Cucumis sativus quickly becomes seedy and less crisp if you leave fruit too long. Cut the cucumbers from the vine with a knife or pruners to avoid tearing vines, which helps keep the plant producing.