Manny

Cucumber

Zone 13a Save Garden

🌱 52d to harvest Vine

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

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Dec 25th
Last Frost	Jan 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jan 8th
Harvest Begins	Mar 1st
Harvest Ends	—

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

Recommended Companions

Peaches and Cream Corn

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.

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.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.

Direct Sow Preferred

Sensitive roots — does not transplant well. If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.

Expert Note

For best uniform yield, keep soil consistently moist after flowering and harvest frequently to prevent oversized fruits.