Vegetable

Cucumber

Train up a trellis to save space. Pick small and often.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Frequent

Soil

Rich, moist

Difficulty

Medium

Container

Yes

Edible part

Fruit

climbersummer

Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Thompson & Morgan offers cucumber seeds suited to British greenhouses and outdoor growing in London's temperate climate.

Crocus

Crocus provides quality pots ideal for growing compact cucumber varieties on London patios and balconies.

Suttons

Suttons stocks heritage and modern cucumber seeds bred for reliable cropping in UK's cooler summer conditions.