Cucumbers are wonderful plants that will grow well in a summer garden, but if you're short on space, you can also raise them in pots and containers. Not only is this method more convenient, but it ...

A pot 12 to 24 inches in diameter and 12 inches deep is an ideal size to start growing cucumbers. For best success, provide your cucumber plant with a trellis or some other support so the plant can ...

Cucumbers can be one of the most rewarding vegetables you grow in your garden. They grow quickly and just a few plants can give you an abundance of cucumbers throughout the season! Here’s how to grow ...

Nothing says summer like a burger off the grill topped with crispy, homemade pickles. And where do those pickles come from? The oft-overlooked cucumber. While there are two primary types of ...

The cucumber plant germinates easily, grows quickly, and produces lots of crunchy, kid-friendly vegetables, making this a rewarding crop for beginners as well as a trusty market-garden staple. If you ...

Cucumbers are relatively easy to grow, either in an unheated greenhouse or in a sunny spot outside. You can even grow some varieties in a hanging basket. There's no need to have slimy cucumbers at the ...

Growing vegetables is a completely satisfying experience, and those homegrown crops will always surpass any bagged or plastic-wrapped produce you find in grocery stores. Even if you have a smaller ...

All hope isn’t lost for aspiring farmers who lack an abundance of green space. Potted gardens and containers can fill in the gaps for beginners, people with mobility issues and those who don’t have ...

Cucumbers are the quintessential salad addition and once they have started cropping, you know it's summer. They are very prolific plants – a single plant can produce 40 cucumbers. Nothing makes you ...