How to Grow Ashley Cucumber
Cucumis sativus 'Ashley'
Your complete guide to growing Ashley Cucumber.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Ashley Cucumber
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | June | July – September | October – August |
| Zone 2 | May – June | July – August | September |
| Zone 3 | May | June – August | September – October |
| Zone 4 | April – May | June – July | September – October |
| Zone 5 | April | May – July | August – October |
| Zone 6 | April | May – July | August – September |
| Zone 7 | March – April | May – June | July – September |
| Zone 8 | March | April – June | July – August |
| Zone 9 | February | March – May | June – July |
| Zone 10 | January – February | March – April | May – July |
| Zone 11 | January | February – March | April – June |
| Zone 12 | January | February – March | April – June |
| Zone 13 | January | February – March | April – June |
Companion Plants for Ashley Cucumber
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids, spider mites, and thrips while potentially improving cucumber flavor
Fixes nitrogen in soil to benefit heavy-feeding cucumbers
Attracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that control cucumber pests
Provides ground cover to retain moisture and suppress weeds under cucumber vines
Deters cucumber beetles, aphids, and nematodes with natural compounds
Acts as trap crop for cucumber beetles and aphids, draws pests away
Repels cucumber beetles and improves soil structure without competing for space
Provides natural trellis support and attracts beneficial pollinators
✗ Keep away from
Strong-scented herbs like sage can stunt cucumber growth and affect flavor
Competes for nutrients and space, increases risk of shared diseases like bacterial wilt
May increase susceptibility to blight diseases and compete heavily for nutrients
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
