F1 Persian Beit Alpha cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) is a hybrid variety of cucumber that is known for its high yield, its sweet and crisp taste, and its small size (about 6-7 inches long). It's a burpless cucumber, meaning it's easy on the stomach and it's less likely to cause indigestion. They are often used in salads, sandwiches, and pickling.
To grow F1 Persian Beit Alpha cucumber, you will need:
- Well-drained, fertile soil
- Full sun
- Cucumber seeds or seedlings
Growing Instructions:
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Sow the seeds in the spring after the last frost date, or start the seeds indoors about 4-6 weeks before the last frost.
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Transplant seedlings to the garden after all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed up. Space the plants about 2-3 feet apart.
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Water the cucumber regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Fertilize the cucumber with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
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Provide support for the cucumber, such as a trellis or a cage, as they grow.
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Harvest the cucumber when they are fully ripe and have reached their mature size.
Chart:
| Week | Task |
|---|---|
| 1-4 | Start seeds indoors or sow seed directly into the ground after the last frost date |
| 4-6 | Transplant seedlings to the garden or direct-sow seeds into the garden |
| 6-8 | Water the cucumber regularly, keep the soil consistently moist |
| 8-12 | Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer |
| 12-16 | Provide support for the cucumber |
| 20-24 | Harvest the cucumber when they are fully ripe and have reached their mature size |