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How Far Apart to Plant Cucumbers?
Space Cucumbers 12 inches apart within the row, and keep 36 inches between rows. Trellis them to save space and keep fruit clean and straight.
| Plant spacing | 12 in (30 cm) apart |
| Row spacing | 36 in (91 cm) apart |
| Planting depth | 1 inch |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| When to plant | After last frost |
| Days to maturity | 55 |
| Good companions | beans, peas, radish, dill |
| Avoid near | potatoes, strong aromatic herbs |
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Spacing tips for Cucumbers
Vining cucumbers need 12 inches in the row but wide 36 inch rows for sprawl; on a trellis you can tighten row spacing.
Companion planting
Plant near: beans, peas, radish, dill.
Keep away from: potatoes, strong aromatic herbs.
Frequently asked questions
- How far apart should I plant Cucumbers?
- Space Cucumbers about 12 inches apart within the row, with 36 inches between rows. Trellis them to save space and keep fruit clean and straight.
- How deep do I plant Cucumbers?
- Plant Cucumbers at a depth of 1 inch.
- What grows well with Cucumbers?
- Good companions for Cucumbers include beans, peas, radish, dill. Avoid planting near potatoes, strong aromatic herbs.