Marketmore 76

Cucumber

55d to harvest

Cool, crisp cucumber flesh with a clean, bright snap—Marketmore 76 delivers that classic “fresh-from-the-garden” crunch in a dependable, slicing form. Expect tender, deep-green fruits with a gently bumpy skin that stays pleasantly firm, ideal for everyday salads and quick pickling-style preserves. Vigorous and steady from season to season, this is a favorite for gardeners who want abundant, uniform harvests with a refreshing, garden-fresh flavor.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 15th
Last Frost	Apr 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 29th
Harvest Begins	Jun 23rd
Harvest Ends	Nov 5th

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most often hits Cucumis sativus (cucumber) and how can I manage it at home?

Cucumber beetles (often striped/spotted) commonly spread bacterial wilt and can rapidly stunt young vines. Use floating row cover until flowering starts, then remove for pollination; if you see beetles, hand-pick early in the morning and apply an insecticidal soap focused on the undersides of leaves. Watch for sudden wilting and yellowing after beetle feeding—remove affected plants to reduce spread.

How often should I water Cucumis sativus during active fruiting, and what soil moisture level should I maintain?

During peak fruiting, keep the soil evenly moist with about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week, split into 2–3 waterings to prevent dry-out. Aim for consistently damp (not soggy) soil—mulch helps hold moisture and reduces leaf issues. If the top 1 inch (2.5 cm) dries, water deeply until the root zone is wet again.

How do I tell when Marketmore 76 cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits are firm, uniformly green, and about 8–9 inches (20–23 cm) long for the classic slicing size, typically around 55 days from sowing/transplanting. Check daily in warm weather—overgrown cucumbers turn seedy and can slow new production. Use a knife or scissors to cut the fruit from the vine without snapping it.