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Beit Alpha
Cucumber
CucumberCucumis sativus 'Beit Alpha'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 55 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 12" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A Mediterranean heirloom cucumber that produces sweet, crisp fruits with tender, thin skin that never needs peeling. Originally from Israel, this parthenocarpic variety sets fruit without pollination and delivers consistently uniform, blocky cucumbers perfect for fresh eating. The compact vines are incredibly productive and produce smooth, dark green fruits that maintain their quality even in hot weather.
Planting
Direct sow after soil reaches 65°F or start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost. Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Cucumber beetles, aphids, spider mites, squash bugs. Common diseases: Bacterial wilt, downy mildew, anthracnose.