Cucumber 'White Wonder'

Cucumissativus

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cucumis (KOO-koo-mis)
Species
sativus (sa-TEE-vus)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Succulent
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Gold (yellow-orange)
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Melbourne, Florida

Athens, Illinois

Clinton, Massachusetts

Macomb, Michigan

Hixson, Tennessee

Houston, Texas

Radford, Virginia

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Gardener's Notes:

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0
neutral
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Jonesboro, AR | October 2006 | positive

I grew these in May 2006 and they were excellent tasting and great yields. They sold very well at the local Farmer's Market. However, I...Read More

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Macomb, MI (Zone 5b) | July 2005 | positive

Sweet and wonderful! I'm getting loads of cukes on my White Wonder vines, and am impressed with its vigor and productivity! The white col...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | January 2004 | positive

It is a small slicer (6 x 2.25 inches) and creamy white in color. It is still a great novelty. Flavor is good and productivity is high.

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