Alternatively, choose all female flower varieties. Cucumbers must be kept moist, but not soaking, to prevent a check to the fruit. Once the fruit appears, give them a boost by feeding every ...

Cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) are a member of the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae, and are believed to have originated in India over 3,000 years ago. They have since become a staple in many cuisines ...

Resist the urge to just rip the cucumbers off the vine, because this could damage the plant. Cucumber plants produce male and ...

Slugs and snails can munch through young plants. Protect with ferric phosphate slug pellets or an organic slug and snail control. Cucumbers can become bitter on varieties that produce both male and ...