About this seed
Beit Alpha Cucumber Seeds: Grow glossy green Middle Eastern slicing cucumbers with a neat cylindrical shape and slight taper. Beit Alpha is a classic Cucumis sativus cultivar intended for fresh use and commonly harvested young at about 15 cm (6 in) long.
Why Grow Beit Alpha?
- Classic cucumber type: Middle Eastern slicer for fresh-market use
- Fruit: Cylindrical, slightly tapered, glossy green cucumbers
- Reference size: Approximately 15 × 5 cm (6 × 2 in)
- Growth: Warm-season annual vine suitable for a trellis
- Packet: 25 seeds
How to Grow
Sowing: Sow outdoors after frost danger has passed and the soil has warmed to about 18°C (65°F) or higher. Plant the seeds about 2 cm deep. Keep the seedbed evenly moist while the seeds germinate, without leaving the soil waterlogged.
Position: Choose a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil. Cucumbers grow best with regular, even moisture, especially while vines are flowering and fruits are developing.
Support: Allow room for the vines to spread or guide them onto a trellis. A support keeps the growing area tidy and makes young cucumbers easier to see and harvest.
Harvest: Pick the fruits while they are young, firm and glossy. The historical cultivar reference lists Beit Alpha at about 55 days to maturity, but actual timing varies with temperature, sunlight, soil and care. Check the plants frequently and harvest regularly before fruits become oversized.
Fresh from the Garden
Beit Alpha is a slicing cucumber suited to salads, sandwiches, yogurt-based dishes, chilled soups and quick pickles. Harvested young, the fruits are a convenient size for fresh kitchen use.
What You Receive
One labelled packet containing 25 Beit Alpha cucumber seeds. Seeds only; harvested cucumbers and live plants are not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Beit Alpha cucumber?
North Carolina State University's cucumber breeding reference describes Beit Alpha as a Middle Eastern slicing type. This group produces smaller fresh-market cucumbers that are generally uniform green and commonly smoother than traditional pickling cucumbers.
When can I expect the first harvest?
The historical cultivar description records approximately 55 days to maturity. Treat this as a guide rather than a guarantee, because local climate and growing conditions affect development.
Can the vines be grown on a trellis?
Yes. Cucumbers can be trained onto a sturdy trellis, which saves ground space and makes the fruits easier to find and pick.