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When to Plant Cucumber in Zone 11A

USDA Zone

11A

Cities Covered

34

Avg Last Frost

Friday, January 1, 2027

Plant Type

Direct Sow

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 11A

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, November 20, 2026

Pro Tip: Cucumber can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Cucumis sativus
Days to Maturity 55 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun (6-8 hours)
Plant Spacing 36" apart

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Growing Cucumber in USDA Zone 11A

Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 11A. This zone includes cities like Hermosa Beach, Malibu, Venice and 31 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 11A is around Friday, January 1, 2027. Cucumber can be directly sown outdoors around Friday, November 20, 2026.

Expect to harvest your Cucumber approximately 55 days after planting.