Cucumber and Treated Pumpkin Seeds
Cucumis sativus and Cucurbita pepo • Cucurbitaceae
🌱 Seed Category
Vegetable
🌍 Origin Region
South Asia and the Americas, cultivated globally
📅 Days to Maturity
50-70 days for cucumbers and 80-120 days for pumpkins
🌡️ Hardiness Zones
USDA Hardiness Zones 3-11 grown as warm-season annuals
About This Seed
The image shows a mixed lot of seeds in a plastic bag, containing smooth, flat, off-white oblong cucumber or pumpkin seeds alongside brightly colored teal-blue treated/pelleted seeds.
Growing Information
Growing Season
Warm-season crop, plant in Spring after all danger of frost has passed
Germination
Germinates in 3-10 days at soil temperatures between 70-95 degrees Fahrenheit, high germination rate, no light required for germination
Planting Instructions
Plant 0.5 to 1 inch deep, spaced 12-36 inches apart depending on the specific vining or bush habit, in rich, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily, consistent moisture of about 1 inch of water per week, low drought tolerance
Companion Plants
Good companions include radishes, marigolds, and dill; avoid potatoes
Special Characteristics
Fast-growing vines, heavy producers, high pollinator attraction due to bright yellow flowers