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Beit Alpha

Cucumber
Zone 8b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Beit Alpha
50d to harvest

Crisp as fresh-cut glass, Beit Alpha Cucumber delivers a cool, clean snap with a subtly sweet, garden-fresh flavor and a tender, evenly textured bite. At maturity it forms straight, well-filled fruits with a smooth, dark-green skin that stays pleasantly crisp for salads and quick pickling—ideal for gardeners who want dependable performance at about 50 days. Grow Beit Alpha for abundant, uniform harvests that shine in the bowl and hold their character when preserved.

Crop Dates

MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 9th
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsMar 23rd
Harvest BeginsMay 12th
Harvest EndsNov 12th

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity50
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)10

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Beit Alpha in Zone 8b typically begins around 2026-03-23. Wait until soil reaches at least 65°F before transplanting Beit Alpha.

Garden Alerts

In Zone 8b, the average last spring frost is around March 23. Watch soil temperature before transplanting Beit Alpha.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common disease issue with Beit Alpha (about 50 days) and how do I fix it quickly?
A frequent problem is powdery mildew, which shows up as a white, dusty coating on leaves in warm, humid spells. Remove the worst affected leaves, then improve airflow by spacing plants and avoiding overhead watering. If it keeps spreading, spray a labeled sulfur or potassium bicarbonate product at the first signs and repeat as directed on the label.
How often should I water Beit Alpha during its main growth phase to get steady growth?
During active growth, keep the top 1 inch of soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, which usually means watering about 1–2 times per week depending on heat. Water deeply so moisture reaches the root zone, then let the surface dry slightly before the next watering. If leaves look limp in the afternoon and soil stays wet, cut back immediately to prevent stress and disease.
Botanical illustration of Beit Alpha

Crisp as fresh-cut glass, Beit Alpha Cucumber delivers a cool, clean snap with a subtly sweet, garden-fresh flavor and a tender, evenly textured bite. At maturity it forms straight, well-filled fruits with a smooth, dark-green skin that stays pleasantly crisp for salads and quick pickling—ideal for gardeners who want dependable performance at about 50 days. Grow Beit Alpha for abundant, uniform harvests that shine in the bowl and hold their character when preserved.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Beit Alpha in Zone 8b typically begins around 2026-03-23. Wait until soil reaches at least 65°F before transplanting Beit Alpha.

Garden Alerts

In Zone 8b, the average last spring frost is around March 23. Watch soil temperature before transplanting Beit Alpha.

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 the sweetest “snacking” cucumbers, keep soil consistently moist and harvest small and before they start to enlarge.