zaidkharif
Cucumber
खीरा / Kheera
Cucumis sativus · Cucurbitaceae
Fast-growing cucurbit, heavy bee-pollination dependent. Trellising improves air circulation and reduces fungal disease pressure significantly.
At a Glance
Duration
60 days
Organic Yield
15-20 t/ha
Organic Premium
+30%
Water Need
high
pH Range
5.5 – 6.8
Soil Type
loam, sandy-loam
Nutrient Requirements
N
Nitrogen
80-100 kg/ha
P
Phosphorus
40 kg/ha
K
Potassium
50 kg/ha
Organic Farming Protocol
1
Sowing
FYM 8 t/ha. Trellis support for air circulation.
2
Vine growth
Jeevamrutham drench every 15 days.
3
Flowering
Ensure bee activity — avoid spraying during flowering hours.
4
Powdery mildew
Sulfur spray preventive in humid conditions.
5
Fruit fly
Methyl eugenol traps.