Author: Marilyn Medina

Can I grow cucumbers in a kiddie pool? The cucumbers, radishes, and lettuces lasted the entire growing season. These 4 pools fed a family of three quite nicely. I’ve also grown enough rice in a wading pool to produce all the rice a family of three needed who didn’t rely on rice as their main […]

How to tell bacterial wilt apart from other cucurbitcucurbitThe Cucurbitaceae, also called cucurbits or the gourd family, are a plant family consisting of about 965 species in around 95 genera, of which the most important to humans are: Cucurbita – squash, pumpkin, zucchini, some gourds. Lagenaria – calabash, and others that are inedible. Citrullus – […]

Probably not. Bananas and banana peels are high in potassium, but they aren’t particularly loaded in nitrogen and all the other nutrients that plants need to grow. If the peels aren’t high in a variety of nutrients, they won’t provide those nutrients to plants. Are banana skins good for cucumber plants? Banana peels are good […]

You allow a side shoot to grow to about 6 inches (instead of nipping them off when they’re small as you usually would), and then carefully cut it off with a knife without damaging the existing plant. You should then put the cutting in a container of cold water to encourage root growth. Can cucumber […]

To sow cucumber seeds in a container, plant three seeds per pot, pushing them about a half inch deep. Water well and keep the soil consistently moist until the seeds germinate. Depending on the cucumber variety and the size of the container, you will likely need to remove all but one plant once they are […]

So, the correct answer is ‘Ethylene(C2H4)‘. What increases male flowers in cucumber? Summary. Silvernitrate (AgNO3) and silverthiosulphate (Ag(S2O3)2 3–) effectively induced male flowering in many nodes of 7 gynoecious cucumber genotypes in 3 glasshouse trials. Which hormone increases female flower in cucumber? ethyleneIt is well established that ethylene promotes female flower development in cucumber. What […]

If you are looking for an all-around great option for cucumbers then I recommend the Miracle-Gro All Purpose Plant Food. This is one of the Best Cucumbers Fertilizers EVER! This fertilizer instantly feeds providing bigger, better cucumbers. You can apply it every two weeks with a garden feeder. What is the best feed for cucumber […]

You should avoid cucumber harvesting when cucumbers are yellow, puffy, have sunken areas, or wrinkled tips. These are well beyond being ripe and should be discarded promptly. How can you tell if a cucumber is overripe? Use a couple of your five senses to tell if a whole cucumber has spoiled. If it feels squishy […]

Poor nutrition affects cucumber plant health In the garden, adding a few inches of compost in the spring should provide all the nutrition your vines need. But, if you find them yellowing as the summer progresses, feed the plants with a liquid organic fertilizer once a month. How do I protect my cucumber leaves? If […]

Cucumber beetles and flea beetles can find crops shockingly fast, so it’s best to be prepared with a physical barrier over them as soon as possible. Prevention is key; once you have those pests they can be tough to manage. What animals will eat cucumbers? Rats and mice are also likely suspects in the case […]

How Much Cucumber Should You Feed A Rat? Cucumber should be fed in moderation, although a small amount can be offered each day. Rats can eat all of the cucumber, including the skin, seeds, and flesh. More specifically, cucumber should only make up around 5-10% of total daily caloric intake. How much cucumber can a […]

Choosing the size of your bag depends on the number of seeds you’re going to plant in there, but typically, you’ll need a 1- to 5-gallon bag to start with. If the soil is already in your bag, try to shake the bag to loosen it up. But if you’re going to add the soil […]

The most common cause of legginess is an insufficient or uneven access to light. When the light source is too dim or distant, seedlings grow quickly in height to get closer to that light. As the seedling gains height, it sacrifices in girth and strength, resulting in thin, pale, fragile, stretched-out stems. How do you […]

Cucumber seeds should be planted one inch deep, 3-5 at a time. There should be at least 12 inches of space between each group of seeds in a garden. If started indoors to be transplanted as seedlings, start seeds in individual biodegradable pots and plant the entire pot when transferring. How deep can you plant […]