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Ashley

Cucumber
Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Ashley
60d to harvest

Crisp as a cool morning breeze, Ashley slicing cucumber brings a clean, refreshing flavor with a bright, green snap that holds its character from garden to table. The fruit is long and elegantly straight, with a smooth, tender skin and a firm, juicy interior—ideal for creating generous slices that stay crisp. Grow Ashley for reliable, satisfying harvests that shine in fresh salads and vibrant cucumber-forward presentations, from quick pickles to bright, herb-laced sauces.

Crop Dates

MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 1st
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsApr 15th
Harvest BeginsJun 14th
Harvest EndsNov 5th

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)70
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)12

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Ashley in Zone 8a typically begins around 2026-04-15. Wait until soil reaches at least 70°F before transplanting Ashley.

Garden Alerts

In Zone 8a, the average last spring frost is around April 01. Watch soil temperature before transplanting Ashley.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ashley (60 days) — what should I do about powdery mildew?
Powdery mildew on Ashley shows up as a white, talc-like coating on leaves and can quickly reduce growth. Start by removing the worst leaves and avoid overhead watering; water the soil at the base early in the day. Improve airflow by spacing plants properly, and if it keeps spreading, spray with a potassium bicarbonate product or a labeled fungicide for powdery mildew and repeat according to the label every 5–7 days.
How can I tell when Ashley is ready to harvest?
Harvest Ashley at roughly 60 days after sowing, when the crop reaches its full size/color and the heads/produce feel firm rather than soft. If you’re unsure, check one plant first: cut or pick when the surface looks mature and the inner portion is filled out, not hollow. For best flavor, harvest in the cool part of the day and don’t leave overripe growth on the plant—quality drops quickly after maturity.
Botanical illustration of Ashley

Crisp as a cool morning breeze, Ashley slicing cucumber brings a clean, refreshing flavor with a bright, green snap that holds its character from garden to table. The fruit is long and elegantly straight, with a smooth, tender skin and a firm, juicy interior—ideal for creating generous slices that stay crisp. Grow Ashley for reliable, satisfying harvests that shine in fresh salads and vibrant cucumber-forward presentations, from quick pickles to bright, herb-laced sauces.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Ashley in Zone 8a typically begins around 2026-04-15. Wait until soil reaches at least 70°F before transplanting Ashley.

Garden Alerts

In Zone 8a, the average last spring frost is around April 01. Watch soil temperature before transplanting Ashley.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 70°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 12 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

Start cucumbers only if you can keep root disturbance minimal (peat pots/jiffy pots), and wait for consistently warm soil to avoid slow, stressed growth.