Looking for a few great tips on how to prevent powdery mildew from attacking your cucumber plants this year? One of the most common ailments of cucumber plants in the garden is the deadly scourge of powdery mildew. Powdery mildew begins with a few white or grayish-white spots appearing on the foliage of plants. The …
Looking for the best companion plants to grow this year with your cucumbers? Companion planting can play a role in the health, vitality and yields of many of the vegetables that grow in a garden. And that certainly includes the much beloved cucumber. What you plant near your cucumber plants can impact their performance. And, …
If you love to make pickles, today’s article on finding the best cucumber plants to grow for making them is a win-win for sure! Cucumbers are one of the most popular vegetables to grow in a home garden. In fact, they are second only to tomatoes. And one of the biggest reason they have that …
When it comes to growing healthy, long-living and productive cucumber plants, how and when you fertilize really does make all the difference! Cucumbers are one of the most popular of all vegetable plants to grow at home. Perhaps it ‘s because you can grow them almost anywhere – whether it be in a traditional garden …
When it comes to growing cucumbers successfully in a traditional garden or in pots and containers, a few simple tips and hints can carry your plants to a bountiful harvest. Cucumbers are one of the most beloved crops of all for the home gardener. Not only do they lend amazingly fresh flavor to salads, sandwiches …
When it comes to selecting the best cucumber plants to grow this year, success really boils down to finding the right plants for your space and needs. Cucumbers are one of the tastiest crops a gardener can grow. And one of the more popular plants too. In fact, cucumbers rank second only behind the beloved …
Summertime is the perfect time to replant cucumber seeds for a delicious fall crop of cucumbers! As summer heats up, the hot, humid temperatures take a toll on spring-planted cucumber plants. In addition, many plants begin to fail from mildew, blight, or the dreaded cucumber beetle. But not to worry, a summer planting of cucumber …
If you are short on gardening space but love the taste of fresh home-grown cucumbers, you need to try growing cucumbers in containers! Not only is it incredibly simple and easy, it’s also a great way to garden no matter where you live! Cucumbers In Containers Cucumbers are actually well-suited for growing in containers. Their …