To grow cucumbers vertically, it’s important to train the vines to climb up the trellis or support structure. As the vines grow, gently tie them to the trellis using soft ties or twine. This will help to keep the vines upright and prevent them from sprawling on the ground. Propagation ...
Did you know that one of the best times to replant cucumbers is in the summer – and that it’s not only easy to do but incredibly inexpensive by simply planting seeds? One thing is for sure, by mid-summer, for many gardeners, their spring planted cucumber plants are starting to show ...
First, you need to choose the right variety of cucumbers for container gardening. While you can grow any type of cucumber in a pot, some are more suited than others. Bush cucumbers are compact plants that don’t need a lot of room to spread out, which makes them ideal for pots. Some ...
Adult cutworms are moths of dark wing colors. They are usually brown or gray, and get to be about 1½ inches long with a 1½-inch wing length. Keep an eye out for the adults, because the females will lay eggs in dry soil after they mate. The adult moth of the brown cutworm ...
When you water, irrigate deeply. Avoid getting the leaves wet, as that may encourage leaf diseases that can ruin the plant. If possible, water your cucumbers with a soaker hose or drip irrigation to keep the foliage dry. Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and reduce weeding; however...
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Cut back on watering close to harvest to keep the necks from rotting. Heavily mulch onions that you plan to over-winter and harvest the second season. Use an organic mulch such as aged compost or straw. Avoid planting onions near sweet potatoes; both can be attacked by wireworms. ...
Cucumbers are exceptionally easy to grow. These prolific vines will reward even the mildest efforts with a bountiful harvest. Even gardeners without much
When growing cucumbers, space is important. Crowding the plants can cause diseases. They need room for the air to blow through them and keep the leaves dry. Plus, the plants might not produce well in close quarters. The vines of your plant will sprawl. Giving ample space between the plants...
Pumpkin mosaic virus can ravage all kinds of cucurbit plants, including cucumbers, squashes, and pumpkins. Here’s what you need to know.