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Tanja

Cucumber
Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Tanja
52d to harvest

Crisp as morning dew, Tanja Beit Alpha cucumbers bring a bright, clean snap with a subtly sweet, fresh flavor and a tender, thin skin that stays pleasantly smooth. At maturity, the fruits develop an elegant, slender-to-medium shape and a deep green sheen that looks as good as it tastes—ideal for slicing fresh or turning into vivid, tangy pickles. Grow Tanja for a steady harvest rhythm around day 52, when vines reward you with consistently market-ready cucumbers.

Crop Dates

MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 1st
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsApr 15th
Harvest BeginsJun 6th
Harvest EndsNov 5th

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity52
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)12

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Tanja in Zone 8a typically begins around 2026-04-15. Wait until soil reaches at least 65°F before transplanting Tanja.

Garden Alerts

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common pest problem for Cucumis sativus (cucumber) and how can I control it early?
Cucumber beetles are a top issue for Cucumis sativus and can spread bacterial wilt. Check leaves and stems daily for small yellow/green beetles and feeding scars, then use row cover after sowing until flowering to prevent egg laying. If you see active feeding, apply an insecticidal soap to the undersides of leaves and re-check every 2–3 days for reinfestation.
How do I tell when Cucumis sativus is ready to harvest?
Harvest when fruits are firm, reach the typical target size for your plants, and have a glossy skin—use a gentle tug; cucumbers should detach easily with a short stem. Start checking around the middle of the 50-day window (about day 45–52) and harvest regularly because leaving overripe cucumbers on the vine reduces new flowering and makes later fruits smaller.
Botanical illustration of Tanja

Crisp as morning dew, Tanja Beit Alpha cucumbers bring a bright, clean snap with a subtly sweet, fresh flavor and a tender, thin skin that stays pleasantly smooth. At maturity, the fruits develop an elegant, slender-to-medium shape and a deep green sheen that looks as good as it tastes—ideal for slicing fresh or turning into vivid, tangy pickles. Grow Tanja for a steady harvest rhythm around day 52, when vines reward you with consistently market-ready cucumbers.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Tanja in Zone 8a typically begins around 2026-04-15. Wait until soil reaches at least 65°F before transplanting Tanja.

Garden Alerts

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

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 65°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 early indoors only if you can keep root disturbance minimal; otherwise direct-sow after soil warms and keep consistent moisture for straight, smooth fruits.