When to plant Cucumber in Zone 2b
In Zone 2b, Cucumber: start seeds indoors around May 9–May 16; transplant outdoors around Jun 6–Jun 13; direct sow outdoors around Jun 6–Jun 20. Expect to harvest around Aug 5–Aug 12.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | May 9 – May 16 |
| Transplant outdoors | Jun 6 – Jun 13 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jun 6 – Jun 20 |
| Harvest | Aug 5 – Aug 12 |
| Harvest | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
Tip: Dislikes root disturbance — direct-sow if you can, or use peat pots for transplants.
Zone 2b averages a last spring frost around May 30 and a first fall frost around Sep 1. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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