North Madison in Lake County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Early Fortune Cucumber
Photographed by Craig Doda, May 2, 2026
1. Early Fortune Cucumber Marker
The Plant
Plant Needs
6-8 Hours of direct sunlight.
Trellis, making the growing process easier.
Water regularly, cucumbers require constant moisture.
Plant Threats
Watch out for aphids.
Cold temperatures and frost can be detrimental to the inside of cucumbers.
If not moist, cucumbers can dry out.
The Benefits
Low in calories, high in fiber, great for healthy eating.
Great for the environment, and great hydration for animals.
Cucumbers and tomatoes grow very well together, and they help each other grow.
The Cultural Connection
Cucumber originated in India where a large genetic diversity has been observed. It has been cultivated for at least 3000 years in Western Asia, including China, and was spread to Europe, first in Greece and Italy. Records of cucumber cultivation appear in France in the 9th century and England in the 14th century, and the cucumber was introduced in Haiti in 1494 by Christopher Columbus.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Colonial Era • Exploration. A significant historical year for this entry is 1494.
Location. 41° 47.359′ N, 81° 4.086′ W.
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Regionally, this marker is in Greater Cleveland, on the Lake Erie Shore, and in the Western Reserve. It is also in the American Midwest and on the Great Lakes. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Broccoli (here, next to this marker); Sugar Snap Pea (here, next to this marker); Touchon Carrot (here, next to this marker); Flint Corn (here, next to this marker); Squash (here, next to this marker); Beetroot (here, next to this marker); Green Beans (here, next to this marker); Savoy Spinach (here,
Photographed by Craig Doda, May 2, 2026
2. Early Fortune Cucumber Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 16, 2026, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 16, 2026, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
