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Plant Cucumbers in Zone 8a

Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 8a

Start indoors
Mar 4
Transplant
Apr 8
Direct sow
Apr 8
Harvest (~60d)
Jun 7

In Zone 8a, the average last spring frost is around March. Cucumbers is a tender crop, so give it a head start indoors about 3 weeks before that, then move it out after frost danger passes.

Last spring frost
Mar 25
First fall frost
Nov 8
Growing season
228 days

Full Cucumbers grow guide → · All crops for Zone 8a →

Frequently asked questions

When should I start cucumbers in Zone 8a?

Start cucumbers seeds indoors around Mar 4 (Zone 8a).

Can I direct sow cucumbers in Zone 8a?

Yes, direct sow around Apr 8.