# Manny

Source: https://shop.homegrowngardenschicago.com/product/manny/
Published: 2025-12-30
Updated: 2026-07-24

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### Transplant | Late May | Annual

**Manny Cucumber**

A gourmet Beit Alpha–type cucumber prized for its thin skin, crisp texture, and reliable yields. Harvest at 5–7″ for exceptional fresh eating or pickling, even under challenging weather conditions.

**Growing Details**

- Harvest: ~55 days from transplant
- Plant spacing: 2′
- Full sun to partial shade
- Not frost hardy
- Performs best on a trellis

*Pre-order now for strong, stress-tolerant plants grown and timed specifically for your planting window.*