When can cucumbers be planted according to folk beliefs, on Trinity, Pakhomov's Day, and others

In ancient times, the field of plant breeding wasn't as developed as it is today. Despite this, people continued to cultivate crops. To determine the right time to plant cucumbers, ancestors relied on signs provided by nature. Thus, gardeners always enjoyed a bountiful harvest. This tradition has survived to this day, and some gardeners are interested in the appropriate time to plant cucumbers according to folk omens.

When to plant cucumbers in open ground according to folk omens in 2025

Sowing days, according to the folk calendar, are indicated in the table:

Month	March	April	May
Favorable days	20, 25	10, 11, 12	12, 13

Once the seedlings have grown, they will need to be transplanted into open ground. Typically, it takes no more than a month from planting the seeds in the soil until the young shoots emerge. Therefore, sowing dates are calculated based on the desired planting time.

Is it possible to plant cucumbers on Trinity Sunday?

Religious people advise against earthworks on the holiday. Planting seeds on Trinity Sunday will affect the future harvest. Cucumbers may not develop, or there may be only a few of them. To avoid this period, one must first know the date of Trinity Sunday in 2025. Eyewitnesses claim that cucumbers planted on Trinity Sunday became sick during growth or died.

It's also worth considering that Easter sometimes falls in early April, and Trinity Sunday in late May. Some regions don't enjoy warm weather during these periods, so planting times are often postponed.

When is it possible to plant after Holy Trinity?

The day after Trinity Sunday is Holy Spirit Day. It is believed that it was at this time that the earth, the nurse, was born.

Therefore, earthworks in the form of digging and loosening are postponed to a more suitable time.

Gardeners who have been planting cucumbers for a long time recommend starting after June 15th. This is the period when seeds germinate most quickly. Nighttime temperatures don't drop to critical levels, which promotes growth. If the weather is cold, cucumbers may not emerge from the ground for a long time, leading to the impression that the seeds are of poor quality. In 2025, Trinity Sunday falls on June 16th.

Excellent option

Gardeners and summer residents don't plant cucumbers before mid-June. If planting begins in mid-May, the crop stops producing fruit by the end of July. Planting cucumbers in the ground a second time allows for a harvest in September. In this case, monitor nighttime temperatures and, if necessary, use plastic cover. This planting timing is one of the best options, avoiding confusion.

Planting cucumbers on Pakhomov's Day

This day of the year is known by various names. The holiday falls on May 28th. It has long been considered a favorable time for sowing wheat. Planting other crops is not recommended on this day, as they will die during growth. Excavation work should be avoided at midday, as it will not yield any results.

This statement is especially true for garden vegetables. If you sow cucumbers in soil during Pakhom, they will lose their shape. The cucumbers will be twisted, and they will taste bitter when eaten.

On the feast day of Marfa the Cucumber

Another holiday that dates back to the Rus' era is Marfa the Cucumber. According to the calendar, it falls on May 16th. But, unlike Pakhom's Day, you can do earthworks, namely, sow cucumbers.

The planting material is placed in the hole without using water for irrigation. Before planting, it is recommended to fertilize the bed with manure. Due to favorable weather conditions, shelters are not used.

On the day of Sidor borage

It's considered "cucumber day," also known as Isidore's Day. It falls on May 27th. If the sun shines all day and the sky is cloudless, a good harvest is expected. A cold, cloudy morning that turns sunny by midday predicted a meager harvest. However, later, cucumbers begin to actively develop buds.

Sowing is done in the traditional way. After digging holes, the seeds are placed in moist soil and covered with a thin layer of soil. According to folk wisdom, seedlings should be planted secretly from neighbors and other prying eyes. This will help avoid the evil eye. If planting is done under close supervision, the flowers on the bushes will remain empty. Over time, the ovaries will begin to dry out.