Sweet Success
58d to harvest
Sweet Success burpless cucumbers arrive with a crisp, cool crunch and a notably mild, clean flavor—tender enough to savor straight from the garden. Their dark green, gently tapered fruits hold a smooth, satiny skin with few seeds and a refreshing, juicy bite that stays crisp in storage. Ideal for fresh slicing, bright salads, and quick pickling, Sweet Success brings dependable harvests and a wonderfully easygoing eating experience to the home plot.
Crop Dates
Growing note: Frost-free Zone 10a supports continuous outdoor production.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Climate | Frost-Free Climate |
| Growing Approach | Continuous Production |
Crop Details
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 58 |
| 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 |
Recommended Companions
Frequently Asked Questions
What pest or disease most often affects Cucumis sativus (cucumbers), and how can I treat it?
A common cucumber problem is downy mildew, which shows up as yellow patches on the upper leaf surface with gray-purple growth underneath. Remove and destroy badly affected leaves, improve airflow, and avoid wetting foliage—water at the soil line. If the problem is active, spray a labeled downy-mildew fungicide and repeat according to the label after 5–7 days as needed.
How do I know when Cucumis sativus ‘Sweet Success’ is ready to harvest?
Harvest when the fruits are firm and reach the expected mature size for the variety, typically around 6–8 inches for many slicer-type cucumbers, about 58 days after sowing. Check daily once flowering starts—overgrown cucumbers turn dull in color, soften at the blossom end, and develop more seeds.