Choose a spot with 6–8 hours of sunlight daily because cucumbers thrive there. Mix old compost or manure into loose, loamy soil that drains well and has lots of organic matter to boost nutrition. An optimal soil pH of 7.0 is common.
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Each 100-square-foot garden needs 6 cups of 10-10-10 vegetable fertiliser. Since cucumbers need fertile soil, it's common to fertilise the soil before planting to speed up growth.
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Separate cucumber plants have male and female flowers; pollination produces fruit. Never spray pesticides on blossoming cucumbers; let bees pollinate them.
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Sow cucumber seeds after frost. Cut or tear a small hole in the plastic bag and bury the cucumber seed half an inch deep. Separate cucumber plants by at least a foot.
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Sow cucumber seeds after frost. Cut or tear a small hole in the plastic bag and bury the cucumber seed half an inch deep. Separate cucumber plants by at least a foot.
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Planting cucumbers near a trellis or cage can help them thrive. This produces cleaner, more uniform fruit. Two or three cucumber vines can grow around a 15- to 20-inch cage.
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Without pest control, seedlings can be stunted early on. Bugs like aphids, cucumber beetles, and squash bugs can damage cucumber plants. Pests can be avoided with frequent inspections and organic neem spray.
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Pick cucumbers at the right time to avoid bitterness. When cucumbers are firm, crisp, and green, they are at their best. If they turn yellow, they may be too late to eat.
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