Botanical profile

Lebanese cucumber

Latin name
Cucumis sativus 'Lebanese'
Type
Creeping or climbing annual
Family
Cucurbitaceae

A short, smooth, crisp, and bitter-free variety , perfect for fresh consumption. Highly prized for its thin skin and mild flavor, it thrives in the ground, pots, or greenhouses. Its rapid growth and productivity make it an ideal choice for summer salads, Mediterranean dishes, or healthy snacks.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Grown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)
Exposure
Full sun
Watering
Regular — maintain good humidity without sogginess
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Companion plants
Dill, beans, corn
Plants to avoid
Sage, potatoes
Spacing
30 to 45 cm between plants (recommended support)
Harvest period
July to September

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.