When to Plant Cucumber in Grant County, WV
Cucumbers are a warm-season vine crop available in slicing and pickling varieties. They are prolific producers when given warmth, moisture, and a trellis to climb.
Grant County, West Virginia is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 29 and the first fall frost is October 16, giving you a growing season of approximately 170 days.
At an elevation of 2,758 feet, Grant County receives approximately 48.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 85°F, providing good warmth for Cucumber during the growing season.
Grant County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Cucumber Planting Timeline — Grant County, WV
Cucumber Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 25 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 13 | May 13 – May 27 |
| Direct Sow | May 6 | May 6 – May 27 |
| Harvest | July 8 | Jul 8 – Sep 2 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 24" apart · Rows 48" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
High — keep soil consistently moist
📅 Days to Maturity
50–70 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6a
📆 Growing Season
170 days in Grant County
Growing Tips for Grant County
Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 3 weeks early. Provide a trellis for vining types to save space and improve air circulation. Harvest frequently to encourage production.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Cucumber in Grant County, WV?
Grant County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 29. Plan your Cucumber planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Grant County, WV?
Grant County, West Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 29 and first fall frost is October 16.
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