Growing Tips

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but avoid overwatering. Cucumbers have shallow roots, so aim for regular, even watering to prevent stress and promote high-quality fruits.
• Mulching: Apply mulch to retain soil moisture, regulate temperature, and reduce weed competition.
• Trellising: Use vertical supports to grow Marketmore cucumbers. This promotes straighter fruit, reduces space requirements, and increases air circulation, minimizing disease.

Harvesting

• Timing: Harvest cucumbers when they reach 6-8 inches in length. Avoid leaving mature cucumbers on the vine, as this slows production.
• Method: Cut the fruit from the vine to prevent damage. After picking, immerse in cold water to remove “field heat,” which preserves quality and extends freshness.