Cucumber 'Mini White'

Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus

Common Name: Miniature White Cucumber

Vegetable Type: Fruit

Exposure: Full sun

Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.0

Fruit Size: Best harvested at 7.5 cm (3 inches) in length

Temperature: Optimal soil temperature for germination is at least 21°C (70°F); plants thrive in temperatures between 16°C to 32°C (60°F to 90°F)

Spacing: Plant seeds 2-3 per hill, with hills spaced at least 91 cm (3 feet) apart in all directions; alternatively, space plants 30–60 cm (12–24 inches) apart along a trellis

Height: Approximately 30 cm (12 inches)

Width: Vines can spread up to 1.8 meters (6 feet)

Maturity Time: Approximately 50–55 days from planting to harvest

Culinary Uses: Ideal for fresh eating, pickling, and adding to salads

Flavour Profile: Mild, sweet flavor with crisp texture; lacks bitterness found in some white cucumber varieties

Companion Plants: Beans, corn, and radishes; avoid planting near aromatic herbs like sage

Resistant To: Generally susceptible to common cucumber pests and diseases; requires vigilant management