Soil - pH 5.5 - 7.0 rich, moist, loamy, well-drained, organic matter. Mulch. Plant in hills using different place every year.
Water - keep moist especially after fruit appears
Pests - cucumber beetle, striped - 3 stripes down yellow back. Spotted - black headed, yellow-green wing covers with black spots. Apply wood ashes, hydrated lime mixed in water and use as spray.
Companion Planting - marigolds
Light - full sun
Fertilizer - organic nitrogen and crushed rock.
Medium Season - 48-80 days
Warm season
Space - 3-4 plants per hill