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Old March 15, 2014   #1
jeffma
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Default Trellis Orientation and Spacing

I have a 4 x 8 bed (the longer length is oriented N-S) that I am designating for cucumbers. Should I orient my trellis east-west or north-south to maximize sun exposure for all plants? I am leaning towards N-S so the trellis will be about 8 feet and directly facing the sun, then stagger plantings staring in the rear (west) of the beds and moving forward to the east so as not to block the sun . i hope that is not too confusing.

How far apart should I plant the cucumbers?
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Old March 15, 2014   #2
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My rows run North and South. Planted staggered rows 2' apart on both sides of the trellis. 10" between hills with 2 seeds planted per hill. Thin to strongest plant and leave 2 in the next hill if you have a skip. Prune all suckers so you just have one stem. Tomato clips were only used to train the vines to the trellis. I don't use any fertilizer. You really do have to pick them every day.
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