Cucumber – শসা – (25 to 35 seeds) MGS1007

Description

Cucumber – শসা – MGS1007

 

Price: 30 Taka/ packet 

Quantity: 25 to 35 seeds

 

Germination Rate (Approx.): 70%

Physical Purity (Min): 98%

Genetic Purity (Min): 98%

 

🌿 Germination Temperature

• Optimum soil temperature for cucumber seed germination: 21–32 °C (70–90 °F).
• Growth slows below ~16 °C and cucumbers are frost-sensitive.

🧬 Germination Time

• Seeds typically germinate in 3–10 days under ideal temperatures.
• Cooler soil can extend this to ~10–14 days.

🌱 Plant Height, Spread & Sowing Depth

• Vine cucumber plants can reach 1.8–3 m (6–10 ft) long if unsupported (varies by variety).
• Width spread: ~1–2 m (3–6 ft) if grown on ground.
• Sow seeds 1–2.5 cm (0.5–1 inches) deep.

📏Plant Spacing

• In-row spacing: 30–60 cm (12–24 inches) for vines.
• Bush varieties: 30–90 cm (12–36 inches) depending on type.

🧱 Row Spacing

• Inter-row spacing: 90–150 cm (3–5 feet) for good airflow.

🪜 Trellis / Support Requirement

• Vining cucumbers benefit from trellis/vertical support to improve air circulation and fruit quality.
• Trellis height: ~1.8–2.2 m (6–7 ft) ideal.

🌾 Seed to Harvest Time

• Most cucumbers mature in 45–70 days from sowing.

🌼 Seed to Bloom Time

• Flowers usually appear ~30–40 days after sowing, depending on conditions. (Typical range for cucurbits)

🪴 Pot / Container / Bed Size

• Container minimum: 12–20 litre (5 gal) pot per plant for vining types.
• For beds: Raised bed width 3–4 ft with 90–120 cm row spacing is common.

🌱 Soil Type & pH

Soil:

• Well-drained, fertile loam or sandy loam rich in organic matter.
• Avoid waterlogged soils.

pH:

• Ideal pH 6.0–7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral).

☀️ Sunlight Requirement

• Daily sunlight: 6–8+ hours of direct light. Forestry
• Seeds need warm soil but light is not required for germination — but seedlings need light after emergence to avoid legginess.

💧 Water Requirement & Frequency

• Keep soil consistently moist (not waterlogged). Generally ~1 inch of water/week.
• Watering interval:
  • Seedling stage: every 2–3 days depending on heat.
  • Mature vines in hot climates: every 1–2 days in dry weather.

(Exact liters per plant vary with container size; adjust so top soil stays moist.)

🌿 Essential Nutrients

Key nutrients (approx % needed):

• Nitrogen (N): 3–5%
• Phosphorus (P): 1–2%
• Potassium (K): 5–8%
• Calcium, Magnesium, Sulfur (micronutrients)

(Commercial nutrient ratios vary by brand.)

Organic sources containing these:

• Vermicompost → balanced NPK, improves structure
• Cow dung compost → mild NPK
• Bone meal → high in Phosphorus
• Neem cake → micronutrients + pest control
• Mustard cake → Nitrogen
• Epsom salt → Magnesium

🧑‍🌾 Organic Fertilizer Blend for Containers

(For a 20 L container — approximate baseline)

• Vermicompost: 200–300 g
• Cow dung compost: 200 g
• Bone meal: 50–70 g
• Neem cake: 30–50 g
• Mustard cake: 30–50 g
• Epsom salt: 10–15 g

🕐 Apply at planting and every 3–4 weeks lightly as top dressing.
(Reduce N fertilizers once fruiting starts.)

🧪 Chemical Fertilizer Recommendation

• Balanced NPK like 10-10-20 or 14-14-14 can be used.
• Apply at planting and again every 3–4 weeks after. (Follow product labels.)

Always tailor chemical application to soil test results.

🌼 Companion Plants

• Beans, peas → fix N
• Radish, carrots → break soil
• Marigold → deters pests
• Avoid aromatic herbs that attract cucumber beetles.

🍽 Fruit Taste

• Fresh cucumber flavor: 7–8/10 (mild, refreshing).

🍃 Leaf Taste

• Cucumber leaves are not commonly eaten, slightly bitter → 2/10 for palatability.

🐛 Common Pests

• Cucumber beetles, aphids, spider mites.
  Chemical: Imidacloprid, Carbaryl (follow labels)
  Organic: Neem oil spray, insecticidal soap, row covers.

🦠 Common Diseases

• Powdery mildew, downy mildew, bacterial wilt.
  Chemical: Mancozeb, Copper fungicide (label rates)
  Organic: Baking soda + water spray, neem oil, remove infected leaves.

🍉 How to Identify Ripe Fruit

• Firm, dark green skin, size depending on variety, seeds still soft.
• Overripe becomes pale, hard seeds.

👨‍👩‍👧 Monthly Yield for Family of Four

• A family of four may consume ~8–12 kg/month in Bangladeshi cuisine (fresh, salads, curries).

📊 Average Yield per Sq Ft

• Typically ~0.5–1.5 kg per sq meter (~0.05–0.14 kg per sq ft) depending on care.

⏳ Average Life Span

• Annual crop: ~3–4 months per growing season.

🥒 Nutritional Values (per 100 g fruit)

• ~16 kcal; mostly water (95%), fiber, vitamin K, vitamin C, potassium.

❤️ Health Benefits

• Hydration (high water content)
• Lowers inflammation
• Aids digestion (fiber)
• Good for skin health
• Supports weight management

🍲 Food Recipes

Bangladeshi:

• Cucumber raita
• Kakra salad with mustard dressing

International:

• Greek cucumber yogurt salad (Tzatziki)
• Cucumber gazpacho soup

📅 Best Month in Bangladesh for Sowing

• Ideal natural soil temp for cucumber germination often occurs in March–April when soil is warm and no frost risk.

🌱 Seeds per Gram

• ~4–6 cucumber seeds per gram (varies with variety).

🌱 Best Propagation Method

• Direct seeding in warm soil, or raised nursery & transplanting once seedlings 2–3 true leaves develop.

🧊 Storage Methods

Leaves:

• Blanch → freeze (up to 3 months)

Fruit:

• Refrigerate whole (1–2 weeks)
• Slice + store in airtight container (3–5 days)

Few Specialties

• High water content (cooling food)
• Sensitive to temperature (frost tender)
• Versatile culinary use

Beautiful Quotes

• “A cucumber’s cool green speaks of summer’s simple joys.”
• “In every crisp bite, a garden’s sunshine lives.”

Unknown Facts

• Cucumbers are botanically fruit (a pepo).
• Some parthenocarpic varieties don’t need pollination.
• India may be the original center of cucumber domestication.

Scientific Name & Family

• Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus L
• Family: Cucurbitaceae.

 

*Note: It is recommended to prepare seedling in a small cup or pot for better success rate and keep the soil moist.

The video tutorial link given below is only for reference, you can try other methods as well. Whichever method you follow, the ‘GERMINATION TEMPERATURE’ of the seeds must be maintained (for corresponding number of days) as mentioned above for better success rate. 

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Disclaimer: Generally successful germination of seeds depends on lot of variables like, germination temperature, planting media, present weather condition of the area where you are planning to grow that particular item, soil pH, watering, sunlight, process and validity. So before complaining about the quality of seeds of any particular brand, kindly try all possible methods maintaining all conditions. Any negligence might disrupt whole germination.

Search on Google or YouTube for planting instructions or video tutorial. For example, type ‘How to grow cucumber from seeds’. You will get numerous methods to try out.

If you have any query regarding our products, kindly inbox us or send an email mentioning all your queries. We will try our level best to give feedback on it. You can also directly make a phone call to our support.

In accidental cases, you might find the quantity of seeds lesser than as mentioned in the label of the packet. We seek for apology in advance for such cases and kindly inform us immediately about the situation. Our support team will try to give you solution for that if possible.

 

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