Crystal Apple Cucumber

Crystal Apple' is a Cucumber variety in the Cucumis genus with a scientific name of Cucumis sativus.

The fruits are similar in size and shape to an apple. Producing a lime green skin, smooth in texture and with a sweet tastes, Crystal Apple is a very good cropper
This variety is an Vegetable that typically grows as an Annual, which is defined as a plant that matures and completes its lifecycle over the course of a single year. Crystal Apple normally reaches to a mature height of 11.7 inches (30.0 cm). This variety tends to bloom in late spring.

India is believed to be where Crystal Apple originates from.

Crystal Apple Cucumber needs a moderate amount of maintenance, so some level of previous experience comes in handy when growing this plant. Ensure that you are aware of the soil, sun, ph and water requirements for this plant and keep an eye out for pests

To encourage shoots, pinch out growing tips at 5/6 leaf stage.
Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Crystal Apple is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. The USDA Hardiness Zones typically associated with Crystal Apple are Zone 3 and Zone 14. Try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 5.5 and 6.8 as Crystal Apple likes to be in weakly acidic soil.

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.47 inches (1.2 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Crystal Apple about 14 days after your last frost date.

Lifecycle
The lifecycle that Crystal Apple exhibits.
Annual
Category
The category for the Crystal Apple plant.
Vegetable
Hardiness
Is Crystal Apple frost hardy?
Tender
Country of Origin
Where does Crystal Apple come from?
India
Bloom Time
When does Crystal Apple bloom?
Late Spring
Harvest Time
When is Crystal Apple ready for harvest?
Late Spring
Mature Height
How tall does Crystal Apple grow?
30.0 cm / 11.7 inches
Mature Spread
How wide does Crystal Apple grow?
2.40 metres / 7.80 feet
USDA Zone Range
What zones does Crystal Apple grow best in?
Zone 3 - Zone 14
pH Range
The level of acidity for Crystal Apple.
5.5 - 6.8
Sun
How much sunlight does Crystal Apple need to grow?
Full Sun
Water Requirements
How much water does Crystal Apple require?
High
Nitrogen Requirements
How much nitrogen fertiliser does Crystal Apple need?
Medium
Ideal Germination Temperature Range
What temperatures does Crystal Apple need in order to germinate?
16°C / 61°F to 41°C / 106°F
Growing Temperatures
What temperatures are best to grow Crystal Apple in?
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Sowing Depth
How deep to plant Crystal Apple?
1.2 cm / 0.47 inches
Sowing Distance Apart
How far apart to sow Crystal Apple
30.0 cm / 11.7 inches
Edible?
Is Crystal Apple edible?
edible

Days to Germination
How long does it take Crystal Apple to germinate?
18 days
Average 18 days | Min 5 days | Max 31 days (2)
Days to Transplant
How long until I can plant out Crystal Apple?
+ 35 days
Average 35 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Days to Maturity
How long until Crystal Apple is ready for harvest / bloom?
+ 59 days
Average 59 days | Min 41 days | Max 75 days (4)
Total Growing Days
How long does it take to grow Crystal Apple?
= 112 days