Cucumber Mini Petita – Easy-to-Grow Hybrid

Name: Cucumber Mini Petita – Easy-to-Grow Hybrid
Brand: AcquaGarden
Price: 8.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Edible

Cucumber 'Mini Petita' produces small, crisp fruits perfect for snacking, salads, and pickling. This variety is early-maturing and suitable for both greenhouses and outdoor containers.

Type:

Plugs Pots

Size:

4 x Plugs 8 x Plugs 4 x Plugs - Pre order 2 x 9cm Pots 4 x 9cm Pots

Details

Cucumber 'Mini Petita' is known for producing an abundance of small, crisp fruits that are perfect for snacking and salads. This variety is well-suited for both greenhouses and outdoor containers, making it a versatile choice for gardeners.

Grows best in full sun and humus-rich, well-drained soil
Suitable for greenhouses, polytunnels, and containers
Harvest period from mid-summer to early autumn
Requires regular watering and spacing to support growth

What's Included

Plugs: Receive healthy, young plug plants with strong roots. Perfect for planting directly in your garden or containers, these plugs will give you a head start on the growing season.

Pots: Get large, ready-to-plant cucumber plants in 9cm pots. These plants are pre-grown and ready to be planted directly into your greenhouse or containers. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full sun
Position	Sheltered
Soil	Well drained
Planting Time	April-June
Moisture	Medium
Hardiness	Tender
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	Unknown
Height and Spread	150-300cm x 38-45cm
Annual or Perennial	Annual

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What You Need To Know About “Cucumber Mini Petita – Easy-to-Grow Hybrid”

Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Cucumber 'Mini Petita' is a reliable variety producing high yields of small, crisp fruits, ideal for snacking and salads.

Grows best in full sun and humus-rich, well-drained soil
Suitable for greenhouses, polytunnels, and containers
Harvest period from mid-summer to early autumn
Requires regular watering and spacing to support growth

Cucumber 'Mini Petita' is a reliable variety producing high yields of small, crisp fruits, ideal for snacking and salads.

Grows best in full sun and humus-rich, well-drained soil
Suitable for greenhouses, polytunnels, and containers
Harvest period from mid-summer to early autumn
Requires regular watering and spacing to support growth

Planting Time:	Spring to summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Greenhouses - Polytunnels - Containers
Growing Location:	Greenhouse - Patio - Garden

Planting Time:	Spring to summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Greenhouses - Polytunnels - Containers
Growing Location:	Greenhouse - Patio - Garden

Choose a sunny, sheltered area for Cucumber 'Mini Petita', ideally in a greenhouse or polytunnel. Keep them well-watered and ensure they have enough space to grow.

Cucumbers need full sun, so choose a sunny spot with good direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use containers with good drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting, and space plants 30cm apart for best results

Choose a sunny, sheltered area for Cucumber 'Mini Petita', ideally in a greenhouse or polytunnel. Keep them well-watered and ensure they have enough space to grow.

Cucumbers need full sun, so choose a sunny spot with good direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use containers with good drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting, and space plants 30cm apart for best results

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny, sheltered location with well-drained soil
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant seedlings level with the soil
Spacing:	Space plants 30cm apart

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny, sheltered location with well-drained soil
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant seedlings level with the soil
Spacing:	Space plants 30cm apart

Cucumber 'Mini Petita' grows steadily and produces plenty of high-quality fruits. With good sunshine and a little care, you’ll enjoy a plentiful harvest of delicious cucumbers!

Water frequently, especially in hot weather. Keep the soil consistently moist.
Apply a balanced fertilizer once a month to support growth and yield.
Check for pests like aphids and treat with organic insecticidal soap if necessary.
Harvest fruits when they are about 10cm long for the best flavour and texture.

Cucumber 'Mini Petita' grows steadily and produces plenty of high-quality fruits. With good sunshine and a little care, you’ll enjoy a plentiful harvest of delicious cucumbers!

Water frequently, especially in hot weather. Keep the soil consistently moist.
Apply a balanced fertilizer once a month to support growth and yield.
Check for pests like aphids and treat with organic insecticidal soap if necessary.
Harvest fruits when they are about 10cm long for the best flavour and texture.

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily in a sunny, sheltered spot.
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather, and keep the soil consistently moist.
Support and Pruning:	Ensure plants have enough space (30cm apart) for healthy growth; remove any unhealthy leaves.
Harvesting:	Harvest fruits when they are about 10cm long for peak flavour and texture.

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily in a sunny, sheltered spot.
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather, and keep the soil consistently moist.
Support and Pruning:	Ensure plants have enough space (30cm apart) for healthy growth; remove any unhealthy leaves.
Harvesting:	Harvest fruits when they are about 10cm long for peak flavour and texture.

Frequently Asked Questions

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