Cucumber--Standard

Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is a widely cultivated plant in the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae. It is a creeping vine that bears cylindricalfruits that are used as culinary vegetables. There are three main varieties of cucumber: slicing, pickling, and burpless. Within these varieties, several different cultivars have emerged. The cucumber is originally from Southern Asia, but now grows on most continents. Many different varieties are traded on the global market.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cucumber

Planting Times:

Ideal planting times

Mar1,  Aug1

Good planting time

Mar2, Apr1, Aug2

Can be planted (with protective measures)

Feb1, Feb2, Apr2, Jul2

Comments:

Harvest frequently for best quality

Aquaponic Planting Guide:

Cultivar / Variety	Deep Water Culture	Media Bed Ebb/flow	Media Bed constant flow	Aquaponic Wicking bed	NFT	Tower
Classic Cucumber	S[2]
Armenian Cucumber	S[2]
Japanese Cucumber	S[2]
Lemon Cucumber	S[2]			S[1]

Notes:

 F = Failed

 G = Good

 S = Successful 

 Ex = does exceptionally well

 

[1] Bruce Babcock @ EasyAquaGarden

[2] Dr George Brooks @ NxTHorizon Group