Cucumis sativus Cucumber Seeds are an excellent choice for gardeners looking to grow crisp, refreshing cucumbers in vegetable patches, raised beds, or home gardens. These Non-GMO seeds offer strong germination and vigorous plant growth, yielding uniform cucumbers ideal for fresh eating, salads, and pickling.

Cucumber plants thrive in warm weather and fertile, well-draining soil. High-volume search terms such as Cucumber seeds, Cucumis sativus seeds, and garden cucumber seeds emphasize their popularity among home gardeners and small growers.

Whether grown on a trellis, in a raised bed, or along a garden row, these plants produce consistent yields throughout the growing season.

Features

• Non-GMO, high-germination seeds
• Produces crisp, refreshing cucumbers
• Suitable for vegetable patches, raised beds, containers, and trellised gardens
• Thrives in warm weather with full sun exposure
• High-yielding and beginner-friendly
• Ideal for fresh eating, slicing, and pickling

Specifications 

• Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus
• Common Name: Cucumber Seeds
• Seed Type: Non-GMO
• Plant Type: Warm-season vegetable
• Growth Habit: Vining or bush depending on variety
• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Soil pH Range: 6.0–6.8
• Water Requirements: Moderate, regular watering
• USDA Zones: 3–10
• Temperature Preference: 70–90°F
• Days to Germination: 7–10 days
• Days to Maturity: 50–70 days
• Plant Height: Vining plants can reach 4–6 feet with support
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches
• Row Spacing: 36–48 inches
• Sowing Depth: ½ inch
• Planting Season: Late spring after frost
• Container Friendly: Yes, especially compact or bush types
• Support Needed: Trellis recommended for vining types
• Fertilizer Needs: Benefits from balanced fertilizer or compost
• Climate Suitability: Warm-season growth
• Maintenance Level: Low to moderate
• Garden Use: Vegetable patches, raised beds, vertical gardens
• Seed Quality: High viability, Non-GMO

Planting Guide

• Sow seeds ½ inch deep in fertile, well-draining soil.
• Space plants 12–18 inches apart, leaving wide aisles for vining varieties.
• Provide full sun and consistent moisture.
• Add mulch to maintain soil temperature and moisture.
• Train vining varieties on a trellis to improve air circulation.
• Harvest cucumbers regularly to encourage continuous production.