vegetables
Cucumber
The vegetable that hates the coldest fridge — 50°F is the sweet spot, not 34°F.
Core Biological & Field Specifications
Counter or fridge
Fridge WARM zone (door shelf) or cool counter — chill injury below 45°F
Ripe test
Firm, glossy, dark green, no soft ends
Shelf life
5–7 days at proper temp; 2–3 at coldest fridge temps
Ethylene
Very sensitive — yellows near tomatoes