65 days. The Ashley cucumber is a large variety of cucumber that is sweet and tender. The Ashley is green and smooth, and grows to be seven to eight inches long. Since this variety is mature in sixty five days, a steady harvest can be achieved by planting regularly throughout the season. Medium, vigorous vines produce uniform 7 to 8 inch fruits that have a slight taper on the stem end. Produces heavily in hot, humid areas. Excellent for market. Downy mildew resistant. Approx. 1,200 seeds/oz. Download Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF Growing Ashley Cucumber Garden Seeds Download Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF Latin Name: Cucumis sativus Other Names: Days to Maturity: 65 days Hardiness Zone: 3-12 Planting Depth: 1 inch Plant Spacing: 18 inches Row Spacing: 5 feet Growth Habit: Vine Soil Preference: Well drained, temperature between 65 and 75 degrees. Temp Preference: Warmer Light Preference: Full Sun Diseases/pests: Susceptible to corn wireworms, cutworms, and fungal diseases Color: Bright Green Flavor: Sweet Seeds Per Package: 3 g- Approximately 127 Seeds 1 oz- Approximately 1,200 Seeds 4 oz - Approximately 4,800 Seeds 1 lb - Approximately 19,200 Seeds 5 lb - Approximately 96,000 Seeds 25 lb - Approximately 480,000 Seeds Ashley cucumber seeds need full sun and should be planted in warm soil with a pH level between 6 and 6.8. Sow the seeds an inch deep with 36 inches between plants. If you are using a trellis, a foot between plants is adequate. Cucumbers will need regular watering while growing. When ready to harvest, cut the Ashley cucumbers at the stem. Especially great for coastal areas, or humid areas because of its resistance to mildew. May is the standard time for planting. Soak seeds overnight before planting to promote germination. A trellis system will provide a higher yield, but you can also plant it with stakes.
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