Mr. Fothergill’s Cucumber Beth Alpha – Early, Crisp Cucumbers for Indoor & Outdoor Growing Grow a classic, reliable variety with Mr. Fothergill’s Cucumber Beth Alpha, valued for its early cropping, compact growth, and excellent flavour. Producing short to medium-length, smooth dark green fruits, this cucumber is ideal for greenhouse, polytunnel, or sheltered outdoor growing and delivers crisp, mild cucumbers with minimal bitterness. 🥒 Key Features Early Cropping Variety: One of the earliest cucumbers to harvest Compact Plants: Suitable for smaller gardens and containers Smooth, Dark Green Fruits: Uniform shape with tender skins Crisp & Mild Flavour: Refreshing taste perfect for salads and slicing Versatile Growing: Performs well indoors or outdoors in warm positions 🌱 Sow & Grow Sow Indoors: March–April for early crops Sow Outdoors: May–June once risk of frost has passed Growing Position: Full sun in fertile, well-drained soil or compost Spacing: 30–45 cm between plants; provide support if required Harvest: From early summer onwards; pick fruits regularly to encourage further cropping Perfect for gardeners wanting early, reliable cucumbers — Beth Alpha delivers crisp, tasty fruits with dependable performance. 🥒
