How to Grow Chicago Pickling
Cucumis sativus 'Chicago Pickling'
Your complete guide to growing Chicago Pickling.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Chicago Pickling
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 | August – October |
| Zone 5 | April | May – July | August – September |
| 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 Chicago Pickling
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids, spider mites, and thrips while potentially improving cucumber flavor
Fix nitrogen in soil and provide beneficial ground cover without competing
Provides natural trellis support and shade during hot afternoons
Attracts beneficial insects that prey on cucumber pests like aphids
Deters cucumber beetles, aphids, and nematodes with natural compounds
Acts as trap crop for cucumber beetles and aphids, repels squash bugs
Repels cucumber beetles and squash bugs, acts as a trap crop
Attract beneficial insects and provide afternoon shade for cucumber vines
✗ Keep away from
Strong scents from sage, rosemary can inhibit cucumber growth and germination
Attract same pests like cucumber beetles and compete for water and nutrients
Compete for similar nutrients and space, may harbor diseases harmful to cucumbers
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
