Armenian Cucumber

Cucumis melo var. flexuosus, Cucurbitaceae

Zones

4a–11b

Layer

Vine

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

High

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Winged BeanPsophocarpus tetragonolobus

Nitrogen Fixation

Hyacinth BeanLablab purpureus

Nitrogen Fixation

Sword BeanCanavalia gladiata

Nitrogen Fixation

Chocolate VineAkebia quinata

Pollinator SharingShade Provision

LemongrassCymbopogon citratus

Pest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Climbing CucumberCucumis sativus Climbing

Armenian cucumber and climbing cucumber compete for vertical space and produce compounds that can inhibit each other

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Armenian Cucumber grow in?

Armenian Cucumber grows in USDA hardiness zones 4a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Armenian Cucumber?

Good companions for Armenian Cucumber include Winged Bean, Hyacinth Bean, Sword Bean, Chocolate Vine, Lemongrass.

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