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Japanese Climbing

Cucumber

Cucumis sativus 'Japanese Climbing'

Overview
A vigorous heirloom climber that can reach 10 feet tall, producing unique long, slender fruits with exceptional sweet flavor and tender skin that never needs peeling. The dramatic vertical growth makes this variety a beautiful and productive addition to trellises, fences, and garden structures. Heat-tolerant and incredibly productive throughout the season.
Planting
Direct sow when soil is consistently 70°F. Plant 1 inch deep near strong trellis or support structure.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Cucumber beetle, squash bug, aphids. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, downy mildew, cucumber mosaic virus.