Grow your own sweet baby cucumbers with Mr Fothergill’s Beit Alpha cucumber seeds. These exceptional cucumbers have thin skin and absolutely no bitterness - excellent for a fresh Greek salad or a crunchy and refreshing snack right off the vine! It’s also the perfect variety for growing your own Qukes (baby cucumbers) for the kids’ lunchboxes. The Beit Alpha cucumber is easy to grow, making it a great choice for gardeners of any experience level. And thanks to its compact size, it’s ideal for growing in pots or small spaces like balconies or patios. For the best quality and flavour, pick when the fruits are 10-15cm (4-6 in) long. Pair with lettuce seeds or tomato seeds for the perfect home salad garden or explore our full range of vegetable seeds for even more great options.

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Direct sow
Growing notes: Sow your Beit Alpha cucumber seeds 12mm (1/2 in) deep in rows 100cm (36 in) apart, directly where they are to grow in full sun. Firm the soil down gently afterwards. Sow 3-4 seeds in each clump and thin them down to the two strongest seedlings once they sprout. Keep well-watered and fertilise plants regularly for strong growth. Harvest the cucumbers when they reach around 10-15cm (4-6”) long.

When to Plant

General: Spring through Summer.

Growing Needs

Sunlight: Full sun

Plant Characteristics

Suitable for small spaces: Yes
Suitable for pots / containers: Yes
Easy to grow: Yes