Cucumbers, scientifically referred to as Cucumis sativus, are related to watermelons, zucchini, and pumpkins. They grow on vines that sprawl across the ground and can grow around 9-12 inches. But do you know how much water a cucumber plant needs per day? Cucumbers need consistent watering to be properly taken care of. They require at … Read more
If you ask any seasoned gardener, they will tell you that cucumbers are one of the most versatile vegetables in the garden. Not only are they delicious and nutritious, but they can also be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to soups. However, cucumbers can be a bit finicky to grow, and one … Read more
Cucumbers can make a great addition to a vegetable garden, especially in sunny and warm climates. The crisp, cool cucumber is great raw but is also a mainstay for gardeners looking to preserve or pickle their Summer bounty. Cucumbers generally take between 50-70 days to mature and bear fruit. Weather and soil temperature impact how … Read more
Cucumbers are a refreshing and perfect snack during the summer months. It can be intimidating for new gardeners to have this addition to their garden, but growing cucumbers right in your backyard is much easier than it may seem. But should they be grown directly in the ground? The best option to grow cucumbers is … Read more
Cucumber leaves can turn from green to yellow due to a number of reasons. While this can be frustrating and worrying, it is important to determine the cause of this so that you can take immediate action and fix the problem. So why do cucumber leaves turn yellow? This may happen due to inconsistent watering, … Read more
It’s disheartening to dedicate so much time and effort to cultivating a beautiful garden, only to have our plants turn out unusable. If you have planted cucumbers and notice your cucumbers turning yellow, what can you do? Yellow cucumbers aren’t always a bad thing, but more often than not, your cucumbers turning yellow are a … Read more
Cucumbers can be a joyous plant to grow as they are relatively easy to care for, and they produce delicious vegetables. That said, cucumber leaves turning brown can be a sign that your plants aren’t doing well. Thankfully, there are ways to either avoid having your cucumber leaves turn brown. If your leaves have already … Read more
If you’ve been growing sunflowers for the last few weeks, then you may be wondering how to deadhead them! Well, in some cases, it might not even be necessary to do so! In this article, not only will you find out how to deadhead sunflowers, but you’ll also learn the benefits, when to do it, … Read more
Yellowing aloe leaves are most often caused by overwatering. Aloe should only be watered when the top three-quarters of the soil is dry. Other reasons for yellow aloe vera leaves are inadequate drainage, poor soil, exposure to cold, and root rot. Aloe is a hearty succulent that thrives in a wide variety of conditions, which … Read more
Snake plants are succulents, so they require soil that has good drainage and aeration. Cactus soil is a good choice for snake plants because it will keep the roots from sitting in wet soil (leading to root rot) while at the same time providing adequate nutrition for the plant. Snake plants may be some of … Read more
