VegetableCucumber
Bush Crop Cucumber
Bush Crop is a compact cucumber bred for gardeners working with limited space, producing 6 to 8 inch fruits on dwarf vines that mature in 55 to 69 days. This open-pollinated variety thrives in zones 2 through 12 and delivers a steady stream of sweet, tender cucumbers throughout the season with successive plantings. The smooth, green fruits grow on plants that typically reach 12 to 24 inches tall, making Bush Crop genuinely practical for small gardens, containers, or tight garden rows where full-size vining varieties won't fit.
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Growing Conditions
USDA Zone
2-12
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Fertile Loam With Organic Matter
Growth Stats
24 in
Height
TypeVining
Spacing
12
Plant Profile
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water
Moderate
Zones
2-12
Size
24in H x ?in W
Growth
—
Care
High
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Highlights
Bush Crop's real strength lies in its consistent productivity on a genuinely compact plant. The dwarf vine habit doesn't sacrifice yield; instead, it concentrates fruit production into a manageable footprint, giving you 6 to 8 inch cucumbers without sprawl. The 55-day harvest window means you can plant every 2-3 weeks for a continuous supply, and the sweet, tender flesh makes each picking worth the space it occupies.
Common Uses
Bush Crop cucumbers are eaten fresh, sliced into salads, or pickled whole given their modest 6 to 8 inch length. The tender flesh and sweet flavor make them approachable for fresh eating, while their size suits both quick pickles and standard preservation methods.
Growing Timeline
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Care Instructions
Direct Sow
Direct sow seeds into warm soil after the last frost date when soil temperature reaches at least 60°F, preferably 70°F or warmer. Sow at 12-inch spacing with 60 inches between rows.
Harvesting
Pick cucumbers when they reach 6 to 8 inches long and the skin is firm and green, typically 55 to 69 days from planting. Harvest regularly by cutting or snapping fruits from the vine; frequent picking encourages continued flowering and fruit set. Check plants every 1 to 2 days during peak season, as fruits can quickly overgrow their ideal size.
Pruning
No pruning required for Bush Crop's dwarf vining habit. The naturally compact growth keeps the plant tidy without intervention.
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Companion Planting
Ecology & Traits
Edible
Scientific Classification
Cucumis sativus
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Cucumis
Growth Habit
Vining
Native Status
L48 (I)HI (I)PR (I)CAN (W)