Jezebel

Cucumber

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🌱 55d to harvest Vine

Sunlit, crisp, and cool—Jezebel cucumbers arrive with a bright, refreshing crunch and a clean, subtly sweet flavor that feels alm…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Feb 23rd
Last Frost	Feb 9th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Mar 9th
Harvest Begins	May 3rd
Harvest Ends	Dec 9th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	55
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Vine
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	85
Min Soil Temp (°F)	65
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	10

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prevent and treat powdery mildew on Cucumis sativus (cucumber) ‘Jezebel’?

Powdery mildew commonly appears as white, dusty patches on cucumber leaves as vines mature. At the first signs, remove the most heavily affected leaves, improve airflow by keeping vines off the soil when possible, and water at the base in the morning to avoid wet foliage. If it keeps spreading, treat with a labeled fungicide suitable for cucumbers and start applications early in the disease window.

How often should I water Cucumis sativus during peak growth and fruiting?

During the main growing phase and while plants are setting fruit, keep soil consistently evenly moist—about 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) of water per week, adjusted for heat and rainfall. Water deeply 1–2 times per week rather than frequent light sprinkling, aiming for moisture at the root zone to support steady, non-bitter fruit. If leaves wilt midday and recover by evening, increase the depth of watering; if wilting doesn’t recover, check for poor drainage and water less frequently but more thoroughly.

When is Jezebel cucumber (Cucumis sativus) ready to harvest?

Harvest at about 55 days from sowing when fruits are firm, fully green, and about the mature size listed for your seed packet. Cucumbers become seedy and less crisp if left too long, so check plants every 1–2 days during the peak harvest window. Use a knife or pruners to cut the fruit from the vine to avoid tearing vines.

Sunlit, crisp, and cool—Jezebel cucumbers arrive with a bright, refreshing crunch and a clean, subtly sweet flavor that feels almost luminous. The fruits are slender and uniform in the Beit Alpha style, with a deep green skin and a fine, prickly texture that gives way to tender flesh and excellent eating quality. Grow Jezebel for fresh slicing, vibrant salads, and quick pickling where their crisp bite shines in brine and vinegar.

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 crunchiest, sweetest cucumbers, keep soil evenly moist and harvest frequently once they start coming in.