Companion Plants for Cucumbers

– A Guide For What & What NOT to Plant Full Companion Guide

Floral Read on to find out exactly what companion plants for cucumbers will work best for you in your vegetable garden or flower bed! This guide for cucumber companion plants will encourage this plentiful vegetable’s growth and will help to deter unwanted pests. Full Guide

Cucumber Growing Conditions

When should cucumbers Be Planted?

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Best Cucumber Companion Plants

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Bad cucumber Companion Plants

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Pro Tip

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Companion Plants for Cucumbers

Cucumber Growing Conditions

Cucumber Growing Conditions

Ready in 50-70 days, cucumber plants are great for beginners and gardening veterans alike. They are versatile when used fresh and make the best preserves. Cucumbers are grown best in USDA growing zones 3-12.

When should cucumbers Be Planted?

This depends on where you live and how warm spring is for you. Soil temperatures should be around 70°F if cucumbers are being planted straight into the ground. If the starting cucumber seeds indoors, start 3 weeks before the last frost date.

Best Cucumber Companion Plants

Legumes

Legumes

Dill

Dill

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Corn

Corn

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Carrots

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Beets

Beets

Marigolds

Marigolds

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Potatoes

Potatoes

Mint

Mint

Pro Tip

Pro Tip

Cucumbers create an abundant ground cover and love to sprawl into free space. Leave at least 48 inches in between cucumbers and vulnerable crops. If not careful, cucumber plants can prevent other crops from thriving by blocking their sun.

Cucumbers create an abundant ground cover and love to sprawl into free space. Leave at least 48 inches in between cucumbers and vulnerable crops. If not careful, cucumber plants can prevent other crops from thriving by blocking their sun.