How to Grow Straight Eight
Cucumis sativus 'Straight Eight'
Your complete guide to growing Straight Eight.
📷 Wikipedia: CucumberWhen to Plant Straight Eight
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 Straight Eight
✓ Good companions
Fix nitrogen in soil and provide natural trellis support
Provides natural shade and wind protection for cucumber vines
Attracts beneficial insects like lacewings that control cucumber pests
Benefits from cucumber's shade while maximizing garden space
Repel cucumber beetles, aphids, and other harmful insects
Act as trap crop for cucumber beetles and aphids
Break up soil for cucumber roots and repel cucumber beetles
Attract beneficial insects and provide afternoon shade
✗ Keep away from
Strong scents from sage, rosemary can inhibit cucumber growth
Cross-pollination concerns and increased competition for water and nutrients
Compete for nutrients and may increase disease susceptibility
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
