Several things. First, the use of the peat pot (or whatever the material is). You'll find lots of info about them on this and other forums. The consensus on them is that the peat really needs to be stripped away prior to planting. This is just what I've read but they don't seem to let the roots through as they claim. Or if you are going to plant them as is, then the pot rim has to be buried beneath the surface of the soil or else they dry out too quickly.

Second, "We had one cold night and they looked a little shocked. Now this is what I see in my window box. Did I plant them too early?"

How cold did it get and how cold has it been? Cucumbers need warm weather.

Third, how big is this window box and what was it filled with?

Lastly, yes, I would reseed directly into the window box. Assuming that it's big enough to accommodate a cuke in the first place AND assuming that it's warm enough for them to grow. Cucumbers are best direct seeded although in your location I can understand the reason for starting indoors (short season). This one, even if it survives (not likely) won't grow well due to the stresses it's gone through.

Rodney

Hi Rodney,

Thanks for your help. Good to know about the peat pots - I just tried them this time as I had been told that they have quite a delicate rooting system and I thought it would be helpful. These are baby cucumbers and the window box is approximately 1 X 2 ft. As much as I am attached to these little guys, you're right if it does survive it may not be as productive anyway. I hope for a long summer. It did get quite cold, but I had it sheltered under a patio table. Part of me wonders if the soil was dryer that the cold wouldn't have shocked them quite so much. I'm using ProMix for Veggies - I've had such good results with it for my tomatoes and other veggies I have planted this year and I would recommend it to everyone. I will cut my losses, and say goodbye to these babies and plant some new ones not to waste the short season. At the very least I could probably just use the same soil and ensure it's draining. I'm facing south so I think I might have some good results with the warmth and keep them out that way. *sigh*