Annual
Cucumber
Cucumis sativus
Varieties We Carry
StandardCucumis sativusSnow's PicklingCucumis sativusJapanese ClimbingCucumis sativus
Sizes & Pricing
4 inFrom$3.50
Seed PackFrom$2.29
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightFull Sun
WaterHigh
Mature sizeVining types: 6-8 feet (trellised); bush types: 2-3 feet × 2-3 feet
About Cucumber
Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is a warm-season vining annual in the gourd family, originating in South Asia and grown for its elongated, crisp green fruits used fresh or pickled. It produces yellow flowers on vigorous climbing vines that are commonly trained on trellises or allowed to sprawl in the vegetable garden. Starting at $3.50.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Annual
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Higher water demand in summer heat.
Bloom season. Foliage may begin to change or drop.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Light
Cucumbers require full sun — a minimum of 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. In NE Florida, choose a site with unobstructed southern exposure. Peak summer heat (95°F+) can temporarily suppress fruit set; grow a spring crop (Feb–Apr) and a fall crop (July–Aug) to avoid the worst heat.
Water
Cucumbers are heavy water users — provide 1–2 inches per week consistently, as uneven moisture causes bitter fruit and blossom drop. In NE Florida's sandy soils, water deeply 2–3 times per week and mulch to conserve moisture. Drip irrigation is preferred to keep foliage dry and reduce disease risk.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in well-drained, fertile sandy loam with pH 6.0–7.0, amended with compost. Direct-seed; cucumbers do not transplant well. Apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer at planting and side-dress with nitrogen fertilizer 3–4 weeks after planting. In NE Florida, plan two seasons: spring (Feb–Apr) and fall (July–Aug).
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Common questions
Is Cucumber a good plant for St. Augustine?
Cucumber is a annual for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching Vining types: 6-8 feet (trellised); bush types: 2-3 feet × 2-3 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.